Dante is probably the most important author in the history of Italy, and he rests here, in this small mausoleum in the centre of Ravenna. He lived a long time in Florence, where there is also a tomb in his name, but it is empty. Dante was exiled from Florence, and Ravenna is his final resting place.
Dante was not a native of Ravenna. He was exiled here and wrote many works here, including the famous "Divine Comedy". He was exiled from Florence for political reasons, so he settled in Ravenna, just east of Florence, near the Adriatic coast, where he died. It is a unique monument from the artistic point of view and a moving tribute from the nation to one of its greatest poets and artists. The tomb is open to the public. Admission is free. In the tomb, there is a plaque indicating that it is Dante's grave and a flame that burns continuously. The oil paid for by the Municipality of Florence.
Even though is a very simple from architectural view point it shows a bit of history from literature perspective.
