At the edge of Florence’s historic center stands an imposing Renaissance fortress, a gem hidden in plain sight, just a short distance from Piazza della Signoria. The former Medici residence is generally closed to visitors, but there is one special occasion when everyone can discover the unique charm of this masterpiece, designed in the 16th century by Giuliano da Sangallo.
It is here, among the austere architecture of the Fortezza da Basso, that MIDA, the International Handicraft Exhibition, has been taking place for 90 years. Since 1931 this fair has celebrated the quality and creativity of the finest handmade craftsmanship.
