Porta San Giorgio, Florence, Medieval city gate in Oltrarno district, Florence, Italy
Description
Porta San Giorgio is a stone city gate in the Oltrarno district featuring a double arch entrance with Gothic architectural details. The structure displays decorative stone work typical of medieval defensive architecture from that period.
History
The gate was built in 1324 as part of Florence's sixth defensive wall system. It was modified in 1529 and underwent major restoration work in 1937.
Culture
Inside, a 14th-century fresco by Bicci di Lorenzo shows the Madonna with Child surrounded by saints. This artwork is visible to visitors walking through and reflects the religious decoration typical of that era.
Practical
The gate sits at the crossing of Via San Leonardo and Costa San Giorgio, leading toward the Fortress of Belvedere. This location makes it a natural starting point for exploring the hillside neighborhood on foot.
Did you know?
A marble bas-relief by Andrea da Pontedera on the outer wall depicts Saint George battling a dragon. Many visitors pass by without noticing this carved detail, though it carries symbolic meaning tied to the gate's name.
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