✨ The Ponte Vecchio is a historic bridge in Florence, Italy, with roots going back to Roman times, though the version we see today was built in 1345. It’s the only bridge in the city that survived the destruction of World War II. ✨ Originally, butchers set up shop on the bridge, but in the 16th century, the powerful Medici family decided to replace them with jewelers and goldsmiths, giving the bridge its unique charm. ✨ There’s also a hidden passageway, the Vasari Corridor, which was built in 15

1.3M views · 7.7K reactions | Florence’s beloved Ponte Vecchio stands resilient as the Arno swells with the force of recent rains. The river, usually calm and reflective, now rushes with power, a reminder of nature’s strength and the city’s history of enduring its moods. | Florence With Locals Group Tours & Tickets | Facebook

Once upon a time, this bridge was the heart of Florence. A place where merchants, artists, and lovers crossed paths for centuries. Built in the 14th century, Ponte Vecchio is the only bridge in Florence that survived World War II — Hitler himself ordered it to be spared. Above the shops runs the secret Vasari Corridor, where the Medici family once walked unseen over the Arno. Today, the bridge glows with gold — the same jewelry tradition continues here for more than 400 years. Stand here at suns