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Medici Chapel

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Sep 21, 2025 - Sep 22, 2025
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Cappelle Medicee: A Testament to Medici Power

Nestled within the Basilica of San Lorenzo, the Medici Chapels are an architectural honor to one of Florence's most influential dynasties.

Founded in the 16th century by the Medici family as a monumental burial site, these chapels contain the tombs of 49 family members. The Sagrestia Nuova, designed by Michelangelo, is celebrated for its masterful sculptures including the haunting figures of Dawn and Dusk, and Night and Day. The Cappella dei Principi is opulently adorned with precious materials, showcasing the family's grandeur.

Unforgettable Highlights

🏛️ Tombs of Grand Dukes
⚱️ Masterpieces by Michelangelo
💎 Opulent Decor and Materials

Accessibility is available at a cost, appealing to tourists, art enthusiasts, and history scholars.

Interesting Facts about Natural History Museum Medici Chapel

Architectural Marvel

The chapels are extensions of Brunelleschi's 15th-century church.

Dynamic Lighting

Recent lighting recreates Michelangelo's original sunlit vision.

Rich Materials

Granite, marble, and semi-precious stones adorn the chapels.

Location

6 Piazza di Madonna degli Aldobrandini

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