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Palazzo Nuovo, Renaissance palazzo in Municipio I district, Rome, Italy

The Palazzo Nuovo features symmetrical halls with wooden ceiling coffers decorated in gold, displaying classical sculptures throughout its interior spaces.

Constructed between 1603 and 1654 by architects Girolamo and Carlo Rainaldi, the building officially opened its doors as a museum in 1734.

The museum exhibits numerous ancient Roman sculptures, including the Capitoline Venus, the Capitoline Gaul, and the notable bronze Lex de Imperio Vespasiani.

Located at coordinates 41.893594, 12.483164, the Palazzo Nuovo forms part of the Capitoline Museums complex in central Rome.

The courtyard contains the Marforio statue, where Romans historically posted anonymous satirical messages about current events and political matters.

Location: Municipio I

Architects: Girolamo Rainaldi

Official opening: 1663

Website: http://museicapitolini.org/sede/piazza_e_palazzi/palazzo_nuovo

GPS coordinates: 41.89359,12.48316

Latest update: March 4, 2025 23:16

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