Palazzo della Mercanzia, Gothic palace near Two Towers, Bologna, Italy
The Palazzo della Mercanzia exhibits Gothic architecture with pointed arches, ornamental details, and a marble balcony adorning its medieval facade.
Built in 1350 by architects Lorenzo Da Bagnomarino and Antonio di Vincenzo, this building served as a tribunal for resolving commercial disputes.
The palace holds official records of traditional Bolognese recipes, including specific preparations for tagliatelle, tortellini, and authentic ragù bolognese.
The Chamber of Commerce Museum inside the palace displays artifacts and documents that illustrate Bologna's economic development through the centuries.
During medieval times, merchants found guilty of fraud were displayed in front of the central column of the loggia for public condemnation.
Location: Bologna
Inception: 14 century
Architects: Lorenzo Da Bagnomarino, Antonio di Vincenzo
Architectural style: Gothic architecture
Address: Piazza della Mercanzia, 4
GPS coordinates: 44.49353,11.34656
Latest update: May 23, 2025 14:22
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