Florence, located in the centre of Italy, was once the centre of
the universe thanks to the illustrious period of the Renaissance
The city which gave us Michelangelo, Chianti wine and some of the
finest architecture in the world has since taken on a new importance
having become one of the most succesful leading post war city in
Italy. In fact Florence is a fine example of a booming modern city
and offers both it's residents and visitors a fantastic choice of
things to do and see. Please ask at Hotel Raffaello Reception for
further information on events in Florence.
Events
in Florence - Hotel Raffaello
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Sporting Events: Costume di Calcio - medieval soccer match played
by tough guys in traditional medieval garb, The Palio - bareback
horse race round the cobbled streets of Siena, Florenzia football
matches - watch the local soccer club fortunes change as it
begins the long climb back to Serie A
- Cultural
Events: Art Galleries and Museums, Shopping, traditional festivals
feast of St John, The Scoppio del Carro, Maggio Musicale, Open
Air Opera etc.
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Nightlife: Irish pubs in Rome, English language cinemas, Romantic
Restaurants, Clubs etc.
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Business: International exhibitions and world summits, Pitti
Fairs and Dates, medical exhibitions in Florence etc.
Public
Holidays
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New Year / Capodanno |
January 1 |
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Epiphany / La Befana/Epifania di Gesu |
January 6 |
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Easter Sunday / Pasqua di Resurrezione |
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Easter Monday / Lunedi dell'Angelo |
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Liberation Day / Festa della Liberazione (San Marco)
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April 25 |
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May Day Workers Holiday / Festa dei Lavoratori
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May 1 |
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Feast of St John Patron Saint of Florence |
June 24 |
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Feast of the Assumption / Ferragosto |
August 15 |
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All Saints Day / Tutti i Santi |
November 1 |
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Immaculate Conception / Immacolata Concezione
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December 8, |
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Christmas Day / Santo Natale |
December 25, 2003 |
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Boxing Day / Santo Stefano |
December 26, 2003 |
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Florence
General Information
Language
spoken
Italian is the primary language. However, as the former capital
city of Italy and the home of Dante Alighieri Florence has a very
cosmopolitan atmosphere. English is widely understood although some
Florentines would prefer if you at least tried to speak some of
their language!
Time
zone
Greenwich
Mean Time +1 hour
Central European Time
Working
hours
Monday to Friday 9:00 am to 6:00 pm - Florentine
people work very hard so you can dispel the popular myth of the
siesta with most offices and shops working "non stop"
all through the day. Nevertheless most Food shops in Florence i.e.
"alimentari" close from 1 p.m. and re-open at 18:00. If
hungry inbetween these hours try one of the many excellent Rosticceria's
as a stop gap between meals.
Shopping
hours
Monday 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Tuesday to Saturday 9:30 am to 7:00 pm
Time
and distance to Duomo
The Hotel is located near the city centre and only 15 minutes bus
journey from the Duomo.
Time
and distance to shopping
The City Centre of Florence is where the best shops can be found
although there are some marvellous shops near the Hotel Raffaello
where generally prices are a lot cheaper than in the city centre.
Time
and distance to Business centre Fortezza da Basso
The Hotel Raffaello Florence is conveniently located for
quick and easy access to Florence's Trade and Exhibition Centre
the Fortezza da Basso. Please ask for details at Reception on how
to get there.
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For Further Information please
see below
Above: Calcio in Costume - Sporting Events
for more details on this and other sporting events.
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