The relationship with Florence, Philadelphia's first Sister City, was established in 1964.  Located on the Arno River in the Tuscan region of Italy, Florence is both the heart of the Renaissance and a popular tourist destination.  Throughout the 13^th centuries the city was known as the Athens of the West.  During that time, writers, artists, musicians and merchants flocked to the city to lay the groundwork for a culture that survives to this day. Florence is home to more than one-half million people that give the city a reputation as a world center for handicrafts, women's fashion, antiques and cinematic art.

Displayed are photos from various exchange trips to Florence and Philadelphia, including the Splendor of Florence in 2001.

To learn more about Florence, visit:

http://english.firenze.net/

http://www.florenceitaly.net/

http://www.madeinfirenze.it/