Palazzo del Senato, Baroque palazzo in central Milan, Italy
Description
Palazzo del Senato is a baroque building with a curved facade made of large rusticated stone blocks. The interior contains two courtyards surrounded by Tuscan and Ionic columns.
History
Construction began in 1608 under the direction of a cardinal to establish a seminary on land that once held a convent. The structure has undergone changes in purpose since those early days.
Culture
The building now serves as Milan's State Archive and holds important documents from the city's past. Visitors can see how the space functions as a center where researchers study and preserve these historical records.
Practical
The building houses an archive and is open to visitors with historical interests. Weekdays are the best time to visit when the archive staff can assist with document inquiries.
Did you know?
The outward curving facade was specifically designed to align perfectly with the neighboring church. This architectural choice demonstrates how the palazzo responds to its surrounding buildings.
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