Palazzo dei Canonici, Renaissance palace near Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral, Florence, Italy

Palazzo dei Canonici is a Renaissance palace located on the south side of Piazza del Duomo next to the cathedral. The central facade features a balcony supported by four Ionic columns with two alcoves containing statues of cathedral architects.

The three Canonici palaces were built by Gaetano Baccani between 1826 and 1830, replacing part of the walled medieval canonry that had enjoyed papal immunity until 1754. The demolition of the old houses and the new facades on Piazza del Duomo were among Florence's earliest urban renewal works, preceding the Poggi plan.

The facade displays two statues of cathedral builders created by sculptor Luigi Pampaloni in the 1800s. These figures serve as a reminder of the artists who shaped the neighboring cathedral.

The building sits on the south side of Piazza del Duomo and serves as the cathedral rectory, remaining closed to the public. Visitors can view the facade and statues from the outside while exploring the square.

A stone on the eastern side called 'sasso di Dante' marks where the famous poet stood while watching the cathedral being built. This spot unexpectedly connects two important figures in Florence's story.