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Teatro della Pergola

Florence, Italy

Teatro della Pergola, Florence
Photo: Duncano, re di Scozia, CC BY-SA 4.0 (Wikimedia Commons)

Opened in 1656, it was the first theater in Europe with an elliptical auditorium, equipped with separate boxes.

Teatro della Pergola is one of the oldest and most prestigious theaters in Italy, opened in 1656. It was the first theater in Europe with an elliptical auditorium and separate boxes. It hosted the first performances of many operas, including works by Cherubini and Verdi. The venue showcases classical theatrical architecture with Baroque decor.

How long does it take to visit Teatro della Pergola?

Plan about 2 h.

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