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   The Ponte Vecchio (Italian pronunciation: [ˈponte ˈvɛkkjo]; "Old Bridge") is a medieval stone closed-spandrel segmental arch bridge over the Arno, in Florence, Italy. The only bridge in Florence spared from destruction during World War II, it is noted for the shops built along it; building shops on such bridges was once a common practice.

   • Longest span: 30 metres (98 ft)
   • Locale: Florence, Italy

   • Crosses: Arno

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3. www.britannica.com › topic › Ponte-Vecchio-FlorencePonte Vecchio | Florence, History, & Facts | Britannica

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   6 days ago · Ponte Vecchio, the first segmental arch bridge built in the West, which crosses over the Arno River at Florence and is an outstanding engineering achievement of Europe’s Middle Ages. Its builder, Taddeo Gaddi, completed the bridge in 1345. Learn more about the history of the bridge.

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   Learn about the history, architecture and symbolism of Ponte Vecchio, the only bridge across the Arno River in Florence until 1218. Discover how it was rebuilt after a flood, why it is a symbol of the Medici, and how to enjoy its views and shops.

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   Who built Ponte Vecchio?

   • They write new content and verify and edit content received from contributors. Ponte Vecchio, Florence. Ponte Vecchio, the first segmental arch bridge built in the West, which crosses over the Arno River at Florence and is an outstanding engineering achievement of Europe’s Middle Ages. Its builder, Taddeo Gaddi, completed the bridge in 1345.

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   What does Ponte Vecchio mean?

   • The Ponte Vecchio ( Italian pronunciation: [ˈponte ˈvɛkkjo]; "Old Bridge") is a medieval stone closed- spandrel segmental arch bridge over the Arno, in Florence, Italy. The only bridge in Florence spared from destruction during World War II, it is noted for the shops built along it; building shops on such bridges was once a common practice.

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   Who saved the Ponte Vecchio?

   • According to legend, it was Adolph Hitler who personally saved the bridge, yet a plaque at the center of the Ponte Vecchio credits German consul Gerhard Wolf with the bridge’s salvation.

   The Ponte Vecchio (“Old Bridge”) in Florence - Khan Academy

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   How did the Ponte Vecchio connect Florence to Rome?

   • Before construction of Florence’s other central bridges an earlier medieval version of the Ponte Vecchio (date unknown) was the only permanent link between the civic center north of the river and the city’s southern bank, called the Oltrarno, where major trade routes were located leading south to Siena and Rome and west to the seaport at Pisa.

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6. www.khanacademy.org › humanities › renaissanceThe Ponte Vecchio (“Old Bridge”) in Florence - Khan Academy

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   Learn about the Ponte Vecchio, the only surviving medieval bridge over the Arno River in Florence, Italy. Discover its engineering, design, and functions as a bridge, a street, and a fortification.

7. florencewithlocals.com › the-ponte-vecchioThe Ponte Vecchio Florence: Everything You Need to Know

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   Jul 24, 2023 · Learn about the Ponte Vecchio, the historic symbol of Florence that dates back to Roman times and survived several floods and wars. Discover its history, scars, and stories from the Medici era to the present day. Find out how to visit this iconic bridge and its jewellery shops with private guided tours.

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   Dec 6, 2023 · Learn about the history and architecture of the Ponte Vecchio, the only surviving premodern bridge over the Arno River in Florence. Discover how it served as a bridge, a commercial street, and part of the city's fortifications in the medieval period.

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   The Ponte Vecchio ( Italian pronunciation: [ ˈponte ˈvɛkkjo]; "Old Bridge") is a medieval stone closed- spandrel segmental arch bridge over the Arno, in Florence, Italy. The only bridge in Florence spared from destruction during World War II, it is noted for the shops built along it; building shops on such bridges was once a common practice.