Basilica of Santa Croce, Florence, Italy

The Basilica of Santa Croce (Basilica di Santa Croce) is one of the most important and iconic churches in Florence, Italy.

Basilica of Santa Croce: Piazza di Santa Croce, 16, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy

Santa Croce is a prime example of Italian Gothic architecture. The basilica has a simple and elegant exterior, while the interior is characterized by its spaciousness and a Latin cross-shaped nave.

The interior of Santa Croce is adorned with numerous works of art by some of Italy’s most famous artists, including Giotto, Donatello, and Cimabue.

The rear side

At the rear of the church

The basilica also serves as the burial place for many notable figures, such as Michelangelo, Galileo Galilei, and Niccolò Machiavelli.

This is the tomb of Galileo Galilei.

This is the tomb of Michelangelo.

The tomb of Niccolò Machiavelli.

The right side

The back side

The Sacristy (The front right hand side)

The left side of the church

The front left hand side