the fort's secondary purpose was to house the Grand Duke in times of unrest or epidemic, it was built as a comfortable, luxurious palace. It did not adhere to military purposes, housing the Medici family's treasures in the bottom of a well inside the building. Contemporary use Today the Forte di Belvedere constitutes a monumental, historic, artistic and environmental focal point, offering visitors sweeping views of Florence and an insight to Renaissance architecture and military activity. After five years of renovation to improve its safety features, the fort reopened to visitors in July 2013. It serves primarily as a tourist attraction and exhibition centre, hosting elite events and artistic exhibitions year round. On May 24, 2014, celebrity couple Kim Kardashian and Kanye West paid €300,000 to hire the fort as the venue for their lavish wedding. References Infrastructure completed in 1595 Buildings and structures in Florence Forts in Italy 1595 establishments in Italy Oltrarno