Centuries of history and art have left Florence with a unique
heritage in the world. While the city carefully maintains its
Renaissance architecture, it is not locked in time. Florence
pulses with life from scurrying students in the university quarter
to businessmen whizzing by on Vespas. Visitors from all over
the world flock to this elegant city to breathe in its charming
atmosphere. Florence has one of the highest concentrations of
art masterpieces in the world, from the David to the Duomo.
However, it is in its narrow streets, boulevards, gardens, and
squares where the city offers its greatest "art."
Here you will find the palaces, fountains, churches and markets
that define everyday life in Florence, making every footstep
an enchanting experience!
Florence is located in the center of Tuscany, a region characterized
by magnificent cities of art such as Siena, Arezzo, Lucca, and
Pisa and incredible landscapes like Chianti, Maremma, Alpi Apuane,
and the islands of the archipelago. In addition, Florence is
an ideal city in which to learn Italian. It was home to Dante
Alighieri, known as the father of Italian language. In 1321
he wrote The Divine Comedy in "volgare"—the
language based on the Florentine dialect which would eventually
become
modern Italian.
Three Good Reasons
to Study in Florence
Florence is a great place to learn
Italian. The standard Italian language was originally
created from the Florentine dialect “volgare.”
Italy has an enchanting culture–the
food, the art, the history, the fashion–so
the school has developed an impressive activities
program to incorporate this culture into your language
course.
Florence is located in the heart
of Tuscany, one of the most beautiful regions of
Italy, where rolling hills meet gorgeous sandy beaches.
Autumn (Sept.-Nov.) in Florence is a
great time to visit, when the average temperatures are
42°F–80°F (6°C-27°C) and the main
olive harvest takes place throughout Tuscany. Winter (Dec.-Feb.)
can be chilly and wet with average temperatures of 35°F–54°F
(2°C-12°C). Spring (March-May) arrives soon though
and average temperatures range from 41°F–74°F
(5°C-23°C). Summer (June-Aug.) can be hot and
humid with average temperatures of 59°F–88°F
(15°C-31°C).
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