Palazzo Cesi

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Palazzo Cesi, Renaissance palazzo near St Peter's Square, Rome, Italy.

The palace features an internal cloister-shaped courtyard that preserves traces of the ancient Via Cornelia pavement and includes a grand staircase.

Cardinal Francesco Armellini commissioned the construction of this palace at the beginning of the 16th century on the site where philosopher Seneca's house stood.

The first floor gallery contains 17th-century frescoes depicting King Solomon's life, created by artists from Pietro da Cortona's school.

The palace functions as headquarters for the Military Judiciary Council of Italy and maintains restricted access for official functions.

During World War II, Father Pancrazio Pfeiffer used the palace to protect Jews, politicians, and partisans from persecution.

Location: Rome

GPS coordinates: 41.90111,12.47139

Latest update: March 10, 2025 15:52

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