ANTICO SPEDALE DEL BIGALLO

With a breathtaking view of Florence below, the Bigallo hostel is a medieval building of 13th century, which lies on a hill 5 km. SE of the city. Formerly it functioned as hospital for pilgrims and in the 16th century it became a monastery. Today it is a modern and comfortable YH with 50 beds housed in appealing medieval dormitories. There is also a ceremony room with space for 100 seats, fit for public and private gatherings, such as weddings, concerts, art exhibitions, meetings, conferences

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