Palazzo dei Giureconsulti, Mannerist palace in Piazza Mercanti, Milan, Italy
Palazzo dei Giureconsulti is a Renaissance palace with a long facade displaying pairs of columns that create a continuous arcade passage along its front. It incorporates a medieval tower that stands as part of the building's layered construction.
Construction started in 1562 under Pope Pius IV, with architect Vincenzo Seregni designing it to replace an older structure from the 13th century. The building later underwent significant changes when French forces arrived at the end of the 1700s.
The building once housed a college for young lawyers and nobles who studied to govern the state. You can still sense this scholarly purpose when walking through its halls.
The palace sits close to Milan Cathedral in the old city center, making it easy to visit while exploring the area on foot. It functions as a venue for exhibitions and cultural events, so access depends on what activities are scheduled.
The building retains original architectural elements spanning over 500 years, including barrel vaults and ornamental stucco work from different periods. These decorative layers reveal how artistic tastes and craftmanship evolved through different eras.
Location: Milan
Architects: Vincenzo Seregni
Architectural style: Mannerist architecture
Website: http://palazzogiureconsulti.it
GPS coordinates: 45.46507,9.18807
Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:42
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