Palazzo Barbò, Renaissance palace in Torre Pallavicina, Italy

Palazzo Barbò is a Renaissance palace in Torre Pallavicina with a quadrangular tower made of brick masonry and several connected buildings. The structure combines architectural elements from different time periods into a cohesive complex.

The oldest part is the Torre di Tristano, a brick fortified residence built in the 15th century by Tristano Sforza, natural son of Duke Francesco I of Milan, to guard his lands in the Calciana. Through his daughter Elisabetta, who married Galeazzo I Pallavicino in 1484, the tower passed to the Pallavicino. Their son Adalberto built the main palace, finished around the mid-16th century; the frieze of the central window bears the date MDL.

The Sala dei Giganti displays mythological scenes that reflect the artistic tastes of Renaissance nobility. These frescoes show what themes the wealthy residents valued and how they wanted to decorate their rooms.

The building functions today as a venue for various events and occasions. The original frescoes and architectural details have been carefully preserved, keeping the place historically authentic despite its modern use.

The south wing now houses the town hall of Torre Pallavicina, while the Barbò heirs still live in the palace and maintain it. After recent restoration, part of the complex serves as a venue for weddings, events and public ceremonies.