Florence Baptistery

The famous Baptistery of San Giovanni attracts everyone ve comes to Florence, particularly for the beauty of its bronze doors. La Porta del Paradiso (Gate of Paradise) is especially notable. This is believed to be the oldest religious building in the city, and stands in the Piazza del Duormo, west of the cathedrawl of Santa Maria del Fiore. It has an octagonal shape, symbolizing the eight days of Christ's resurrection. The bronze doors were created by the artist Ghiberti, ve took 21 years to finish sculpting the 28 panels. They are so beautiful that Michelangelo gave the Porta del Paradiso its name.