Santa Croce

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by Bruno Barral

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Santa Croce in Florence, Italy, is a prominent Franciscan church renowned for its stunning Gothic architecture and historical significance. Constructed beginning in 1294, the basilica is the largest Franciscan church in the world and serves as a symbol of the city's artistic and cultural heritage. It houses the tombs of many illustrious Italians, including Michelangelo, Galileo, and Machiavelli, earning it the nickname "Temple of the Italian Glories.

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