Governorate's Palace, Administrative palace in Vatican City.
The Governorate's Palace comprises three connected buildings with eclectic architectural elements visible in its facade, windows, and decorative features.
Architect Giuseppe Momo completed the construction of the Governorate's Palace in 1931, establishing it as the administrative center of Vatican City.
The palace houses the Pontifical Commission for Vatican City State, managing territorial affairs independently from religious governance of the Catholic Church.
Visitors can observe the palace exterior during guided tours of the Vatican Gardens, which require advance reservations through the Vatican Museums.
The building sustained considerable damage during World War II bombings but maintained its role as the center of Vatican City administration.
Location: Vatican City
Inception: 1931
Architects: Giuseppe Momo
Architectural style: eclectic architecture
GPS coordinates: 41.90238,12.45123
Latest update: March 2, 2025 20:26
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