Travel Reference
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Cappelle Medicee
Start in the territory of Renaissance powerbrokers and art patrons, the Medicis, who com-
missioned a number of self-aggrandising monuments on San Lorenzo's streets. The
greatest is this
mausoleum
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, partly designed by Michelangelo; it contains
three of his most magnificent sculptures.
Palazzo Medici-Ricciardi
Duck through the market stalls on Piazza San Lorenzo to reach this Medici
palace
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, commissioned by Cosimo the Elder and designed by Michelozzo. After ad-
miring the facade, head inside to see Benozzo Gozzoli's vivid frescoes in the Cappella
dei Magi. Afterwards, enjoy a traditional Tuscan meal at
Trattoria Mario
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