# Florence Baptistery (Gates of Paradise)

Florence, Italy

One of Florence's oldest buildings, this octagonal Romanesque baptistery rose in the 11th and 12th centuries. Its three bronze doors, among them Ghiberti's gilded Gates of Paradise, and a glittering Byzantine mosaic ceiling draw visitors from across the world.

## Roots Earth

Roots Earth has a longer story for Florence Baptistery (Gates of Paradise), with a choice of female or male voice. Download the city audio to listen offline. No account is needed.

Coordinates: 43.77306, 11.255

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