1. Born in Florence

    · San Martino al Vescovo quarter, Florence, Italy

    Born in Florence
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    Dante was born in Florence, probably during the latter part of May 1265, and grew up in the San Martino al Vescovo quarter. The exact day is unknown; the coordinate represents the traditional Alighieri neighborhood rather than a securely identified birth room.

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