The Ponte Vecchio (Old Bridge) traverses the narrowest point of the Arno river. The current bridge dates to 1345, and miraculously, German troops didn’t destroy the bride as they fled the city during World War II. It is noted for shops along the bridge.
Ponte Vecchio
The Ponte Vecchio in Florence, Italy, was built in the 14th century and replaced older bridges. It was not destroyed during World War II unlike other bridges in the city. (Photo by Todd DeFeo/The DeFeo Groupe)