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Captured at first light, Renaissance Awakening reveals the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore in a rare moment of stillness and clarity. The rising sun grazes its façade, drawing out the marble’s intricate textures and architectural precision, free of distractions. Fluted columns, rose windows, and ornate stonework emerge from shadow with quiet strength—as if the cathedral itself is stepping forward through time. Though centuries removed from the Renaissance, the structure radiates presence. In this light, Florence’s artistic legacy feels alive—timeless, commanding, and carved in stone.