Villa Villoresi, historic building in Sesto Fiorentino, Italy
Villa Villoresi is a historic building in Sesto Fiorentino constructed in traditional Tuscan style with thick stone walls, arches, and carved details. The long loggia supported by seven stone columns overlooks a formal Italian garden, while the interior features decorated rooms with frescoes and artworks from different periods.
The villa was built in the 14th century on land that once belonged to the Della Tosa family from Florence, connected to a medieval fortress. Over the centuries ownership passed through several families until Arturo Villoresi purchased it in 1911, and his descendants remain the owners today.
The villa served as a home for wealthy families and a gathering place for local celebrations over many centuries. Visitors can still sense the personal stories of past inhabitants through the rooms and their decoration.
The villa is accessible by local transportation and has parking facilities nearby, making it easy to reach for different types of visitors. It is best to check opening hours before planning a visit, as viewings are sometimes limited to guided tours.
A ground floor corridor features striking trompe-l'oeil paintings with plants, flowers, birds, and even Egyptian ruins that create optical illusions. This elaborate decoration dates from a time when such artistic tricks were fashionable in grand houses.
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