FOLLOWING history, Kings and Duques, Florence has evolved in a coherent style, always maintaining its peculiar traits that cause the 'Stendhal syndrome'.
It is very easy for a tourist to have the impression to be in another age, especially now that the centre has been completely interdicted to cars and vehicles. One can also now walk around the city the way Dante and Leonardo Da Vinci did in a city that boasts over three per cent of its sites as being protected by UNESCO.
Precious Villas, a bespoke overseas property investment company, now have pleasure in bringing to the market a stunning apartment sited directly on Florence's Ponte Vecchio Old Bridge.
Steeped in history, it provides superb views of the River Arno and the ancient buildings overlooking it, in one of the most prestigious locations in Florence.
This fourth floor apartment, now being marketed by Precious Villas, will offer one discerning buyer the opportunity of knowing that they are sleeping over the world famous Vasarian Corridor, a corridor that stretches to 1.5 miles that joins the Uffizi and Palazzo Pitti.
Priced at a princely £1.1 million, this premier apartment is the stuff of dreams, but opens a door to the beautiful investment opportunities in Italy's rich property landscape.
Offering unique views, a rich finish and steeped in history, it will provide the perfect city apartment.
Trinidad Passerini, managing director of Precious Villas, said: "Florence is a natural choice for those looking for a city that boasts a rich heritage.
“However it is a city that offers the best of both worlds, keeping new trends and old habits tied together. With a wealth of architecture, historical cafes and tremendous hostelries, it also provides streets such as Tornabuoni, which brings you famous brand names in a surround that is second to none.
“All around, testaments to the past are imposing towers, symbols of power for many families in streets that smell of history.
“So whether you want to see Dante's house or shop for brand names, Florence is one of the best examples of a city anywhere in the world that has retained its history in architecture, yet offers 21st century living."
The foundation of this beautiful city is said to date back to the Roman era, with a wealth of historic sites and artefacts adding to Florence's rich cultural tapestry.
What's more, Italian art, culture and general way of life has long captivated visitors and holidaymakers, securing the country's reputation as a prime holiday hot-spot.
Italy, and Florence in particular, arguably features highly on any globetrotter's location 'wish list'.
Florence's own reputation is made healthier still by the renowned fact that not only is the city full of art, history and culture, but stands as one of the most important business centres of Italy where many small and medium enterprises and large multinational corporations produce advanced products from fashion to handicrafts, machinery and high technology.
For more information on how to grab a piece of Florence's flourishing investment opportunities, visit www.preciousvillas.com, and to learn more about the city check out www.aboutflorence.com.