'Loggia dell Porcellino', Mercato Nuovo (the Straw Market), Florence

NOTES; This semi-enclosed market is located in a spacious loggia dating back to the 16th century. Market traders set up stalls daily under the arches selling belts, scarves, leather goods, embroidered linens, souvenirs, and Florentine straw hats This market is known locally as ' Il Porcellino' (Little Pig) after the wild boar fountain, created in 1612 by Pietro Tacca, located the south side.