The Ospedale degli Innocenti (Hospital of the Innocents) designed by Filippo Brunelleschi, is a fine example of early Italian Renaissance architecture. Evidence of its original function as an orphanage can be seen in the reliefs of babies designed by Andrea della Robbia on the blue terracotta roundels. Admire the fabulous 80 or so artworks, especially the breath-taking Adoration of the Magi by Domenico Ghirlandaio. For an immersive experience, listen to the ’ sad stories of the 70 innocentini on audio-visual recordsinnocentini, compiled and reconstructed through decades of archival work. This special place will certainly find a place in your heart.