Palace of Caserta, Royal palace and museum in Caserta, Italy
The Royal Palace extends over 47,000 square meters, containing 1,200 rooms across five floors with ornate decorations and grand ceremonial spaces.
King Charles of Bourbon initiated construction in 1752, selecting architect Luigi Vanvitelli to create an administrative center for the Kingdom of Naples.
The palace exhibits Italian Baroque architecture through its design, incorporating influences from Versailles while maintaining regional architectural elements.
The palace gardens stretch three kilometers, featuring numerous fountains and cascades connected by the Carolino Aqueduct built in 1753.
The English Garden includes a lake and artificial ruins, allowing visitors to explore by bicycle or take rides in horse-drawn carriages.
Location: Caserta
Inception: January 20, 1752
Architects: Luigi Vanvitelli
Official opening: 1774
Architectural style: baroque architecture
Floors above the ground: 5
Operator: Beni Culturali Europa
Part of: 18th-Century Royal Palace at Caserta with the Park, the Aqueduct of Vanvitelli, and the San Leucio Complex
Address: Piazza Carlo III di Borbone 81100 Caserta
Phone: +390823448084
Email: re-ce@beniculturali.it
Website: http://reggiadicaserta.cultura.gov.it
GPS coordinates: 41.07000,14.32583
Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:45
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