Florence: A Geological History
Guest Lectures
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1h 1m
With Esteban Nigro
Join geologist, Esteban Nigro, for this exclusive webinar where he will explain how our planet is shaped and how the city of Florence was built thanks to its materials. What rocks were used to create Florence Cathedral? What are the origins of Carrara marble? What relationship is there between the rocks that make up the Pitti Palace and the adjacent Boboli Gardens? After watching this webinar, you will see Florence with totally different eyes!
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