One of the greatest exposition centres in Italy is located in Florence few steps from the Fortezza da Basso. International travellers meet here every year to join the most important congresses. Fortezza da Basso is one of the amazing convention centers in the world because it does not look just like a mere convention center but it is laid out more like a castle with numerous buildings with its five-sided and fort-shaped wall. Fortezza da Basso is made by many different building such as Palazzo degli Affari and Palazzo dei Congressi.

Fortezza da Basso’s origins date back to 1500, when Florence was a small village in the countryside. In case of war with other Tuscan cities, the Fortezza was used to defend Florence from enemy attacks. Antonia da Sangallo is the father of Fortezza’s architectures and others magnificent building in Florence. The most important international fairs are held in Fortezza da Basso: we can name Pitti Uomo and other fashion shows.

Fortezza can also be considered as one of the tourist spots in Florence due to its unique structure and designs. The fortress can’t be considered a masterpiece from the Renaissance era, but is still an architectural wonder. Anyone would love to go to Florence and be able to see Fortezza da Basso and make your trades with the different people in Italy, as it is the venue for their grand exhibitions. See their artistic exhibitions and its variety of rooms with its different shapes and sizes.