Basilica of Santa Croce

Resting Place of Italian Greats

The Basilica of Santa Croce is the final resting place of renowned Italians like Michelangelo, Galileo, and Machiavelli. Its impressive Gothic architecture and tombs make it a must-see in Florence.

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