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Florence, Italy: Birthplace of the Renaissance

This extremely walkable city could have more jaw-dropping historical artifacts per square foot than any other city in the world. There’s no wonder that this city consistently ranks as one of the top destinations in Europe year after year. With such famous scholars and artists as Da Vinci, Dante, Michelangelo, Donatello, and Machiavelli with roots in Florence, there’s no wonder this small city resembles a living art museum.