A place of healing, a haven for travelers weary from their journeys – that’s how the story of Villa dello Spedaluzzo begins. Right here, where you stand now, once stood a humble hospital, a ‘spedale’ as it was known in the tongue of the Florentines centuries ago. It welcomed those making their way along the bustling Via Bolognese, offering respite from the toils of the road. Imagine the stories whispered within these walls, the sighs of relief, the murmur of prayers for good health and safe passage. But Villa dello Spedaluzzo, much like the city it graces, is a testament to the ebb and flow of time. By the 14th century, the hospital had lived out its purpose, its doors closing for the last time. The structure was then passed from one noble family to another – The Giugni, the Migliori, even leaving whispers of their presence in the very stones of this villa. The echoes of their lives are woven into the fabric of Villa dello Spedaluzzo, a silent legacy whispering through the ages. Even today, as you gaze upon its restored elegance, you’re touching the very threads of Florence’s vibrant past.
Santa Lucia alla Castellina
“A sanctuary of art and faith””. You might say that about many places, but here at Santa Lucia alla Castellina,