2. Baptistery with the famous doors by Ghilberti 1425 - 1452 Campanile designed by Giotto Designed in 1334 The Dome of Florence Cathedral by Brunelleschi 1420 - 1436

3. Lorenzo Ghiberti, east doors (“Gates of Paradise”), Baptistery of Florence, Cathedral Florence, Italy, 1425 - 1452

4. Doors with relief panels, Saint Michael’s Hildesheim commissioned by Bishop Bernward, Bronze, 1015

5. Walk Up Inside to see Brunelleschi’s secret construction!!!! Amazing views of Florence and the Tuscan landscape!! Largest dome without wooden centering!! No buttressing!! 140’ span Devised new methods & new machinery

6. Raised the center & designed around a pointed arch (ogival) – reduces the outward thrust Thin double shell Octagonal shape 24 ribs – 8 visible Ribs anchored at the top by a huge Lantern Complex pattern of bricks help stabilize

8. Florence Cathedral, Florence Italy, begun 1296

9. Pizza Margarita – Lunch in one of the many outdoor trattoria’s – they are all fabulous!