Palazzo Diomede Carafa, Renaissance palace in Naples historical center, Italy
Description
Palazzo Diomede Carafa is a Renaissance palace in Naples' historic center, distinguished by its striking facade of alternating yellow and gray stonework featuring twelve recessed niches. These niches once held statues representing members of the Carafa family.
History
Construction of the palace began in the 15th century under architect Angelo Aniello Fiore. The building underwent restoration in 1466, as documented by a plaque commissioned by Diomede Carafa.
Culture
The palace shapes the look of its street with distinctive stonework that catches the eye of those exploring Renaissance Naples. Visitors come to see how the building displays the Carafa family's prominence through its architectural details.
Practical
The palace sits at Via San Biagio dei Librai 119-121 in the heart of Naples' old town quarter. From Universita metro station, it is easily reached by following Via Corso Umberto I.
Did you know?
Inside the palace courtyard stands a terracotta reproduction of a horse head, a gift that originally came from Lorenzo de Medici. The actual bronze sculpture can be seen today in the National Archaeological Museum of Naples.
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