Porta Romana, Florence, City gate in Florence, Italy.
The stone gate features a central arched entrance with carved marble details and multiple passages for vehicles and pedestrians at its base.
Built in 1328, Porta Romana served as the main southern entrance of Florence, marking the starting point of the route connecting the city to Rome.
The gate displays a fresco by Franciabigio depicting Madonna with Child and Four Saints above its central vault, representing religious artistry of Florence.
Access to the first floor room with views of Boboli Gardens requires advance reservations through phone or email at the Florence Museum administration.
Two marble plaques on the gate commemorate visits by Pope Leo X in 1515 and Emperor Charles V in 1536 during significant historical events.
Location: Florence
Inception: 1328
Part of: City wall of Florence
GPS coordinates: 43.76070,11.24190
Latest update: November 2, 2025 20:40
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