Churches Friday: San Lorenzo, Florence
- Rick Bessey
- Jul 11
- 1 min read
Updated: Jul 31
The Basilica of San Lorenzo in Florence is the best representation of the hallmarks of Renaissance architecture, and, as such, makes it the most beautiful church in all of Italy. When you enter the church you immediately understand what Renaissance architecture is. The church was designed by the architect Brunelleschi, who traveled to Rome to study the ancient structures. He then brought that style back to Florence. The interior is not full of tall arches or stained glass, as is associated with Gothic architecture, nor is it decorated; decorations would take away from the architectural elements. The interior of San Lorenzo is ordered and symmetrical. The use of the two different colors of stone - one of the wall the other for the architectural elements - is perfect. Given that the basilica is one block from the duomo in the heart of Florence, take the time to visit this basilica.
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