Villa di Maiano, Renaissance villa in Fiesole, Italy
Villa di Maiano is a Renaissance building in Fiesole with a central Gothic-style tower and a loggia. The structure spreads across multiple levels surrounded by gardens and terraces that look toward Florence.
The original building dates to the 15th century and was damaged by a hurricane in 1467. After this event, it changed owners several times and was rebuilt by different noble families.
The rooms display furnishings and decorative pieces made by local Tuscan artisans during the 1800s. The spaces show how noble families who lived there chose to arrange and decorate their homes.
The property is located in the Maiano area on Via del Saviatino and is now used for private events and weddings. Visitors can explore the grounds mostly through guided tours.
Queen Victoria visited the villa in 1893 and sketched a decorative pond on the grounds. The pond is distinguished by its two-colored brick and stone elements.
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