The Basilica of San Lorenzo is one of the main places of worship Catholics of Florence, in the San Lorenzo square in the historic center of the city. The Basilica di San Lorenzo is one of the churches that are competing for the title of oldest in the city of Florence and has the dignity of minor basilica.
Around the church stands the characteristic San Lorenzo market.
It was founded , according to tradition, in the fourth century.
The church of San Lorenzo was begun by Brunelleschi, continued by Antonio Manetti , and inner facade of Michelangelo.