This lesser known Italian city is often dubbed the "Florence of the South" for its stunning baroque architecture but remains free from the crowds of tourists.

When visiting new cities, tourists look forward to sightseeing, enjoying local eateries and exploring vibrant night life.

As the birthplace of the Renaissance, Florence has a ton of incredible galleries, museums, and architecture. However, nothing beats seeing the sites with a local guide. Here are the best Florence ...

Florence was out of danger due to the "decisive" role of a key floodgate that prevented the Arno river from bursting its ...

ROME: Heavy rain swelled rivers and flooded streets in an area near Florence on Friday, with authorities issuing ...

The Piazza del Campo, Siena’s main square, is surely the most theatrical public space in the whole of Tuscany.

Italian authorities ordered dozens of people in Tuscany to leave their homes on Friday after heavy rains swelled rivers and ...

Santa Croce is similar to the Duomo in style (both churches represent dominant Gothic traits), and the exterior is stunning, despite not being as elaborate as the Florence Duomo. Visitors come ...

The hotel is housed in a former 18th-century boarding school located less than two miles from Florence's historic Piazza del Duomo. Guests of the property can book special experiences and tours ...

The Arno river, which runs through Florence and Pisa, is prone to flooding in spring and fall. Read more at straitstimes.com.

ROME : Florence was out of danger due to the “decisive” role of a key floodgate that prevented the Arno river from bursting its banks after heavy rains, Italian authorities said.