Florence is well known for its art and culture which reflects through its historical churches, building as well as public squares. There are many public squares in the Florence and one of the most famous squares of Florence is Piazza della Republica. Piazza della Republica is one of the main and largest square in Florence city. It marks the center of the city since Roman times.

The present rectangular form of this square and its architecture are the result of clean-up period of Florence, when Florence was capital of Italy.The square is located in one of the oldest sections of the city. The square was the site of the ancient Roman times and some of the main streets are adjacent to this piazza.Piazza della Republica is one of the most important landmark of the city. The piazza is surrounded by royal arcades which make it more spectacular.

The square has grand fountain – Fontana delle Naiadi located at its centre and its centre was designed by the reputed architect of that time – Mario Rutelli. The fountain has the statue of Glaucus who is struggling with a fish and four mermaids surrounding him.

The piazza is famous for historical buildings such as – the Basilica of St. Mary of the Angels and Martyrs as well as the fountain at its centre, surrounding it dating back to the late nineteenth century. It displays Nymph of Lakes taking a swan, the Ocean Nymph with riding horse symbol of the sea, the Underwater Nymph lying on a dragon and the River Nymph resting on a monster.

When visiting Florence, find a time to visit many diverse and beautiful squares of the city. There are many public squares which are gathering spots or place to hang out for tourists, streets artists, locals as well as peddlers selling variety of things. So take a stroll to nearest squares, definitely you will get to know something new as well as interesting about Florentine cultural heritage.