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The Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, commonly known as the Florence Cathedral or Duomo di Firenze, is one of the most iconic landmarks in Florence.
The cathedral is a masterpiece of Renaissance architecture. Its most distinctive feature is the enormous dome, designed by Filippo Brunelleschi. The dome remains one of the largest brick domes ever constructed and is an engineering marvel of its time.
The cathedral’s construction began in 1296 and was completed in 1436 with the completion of Brunelleschi’s dome. It was built on the site of an earlier church and reflects various architectural styles due to its lengthy construction period.
