Palazzo Pretorio, Medieval palace in Pistoia, Italy
The Palazzo Pretorio features a three-story structure with bifora windows and stone decorations across its Neo-Gothic facade in front of Piazza del Duomo.
Built in 1367 as quarters for the Podesta and officials, the palace underwent major reconstruction in 1842 under Giuseppe Faldi's architectural direction.
The palace displays numerous painted and sculpted coats of arms representing local magistrates and officials who served in this administrative center through centuries.
The building functions as Pistoia's courthouse, with public access to the atrium from Monday to Friday between 7:30 AM and 7:30 PM, Saturday until 4:30 PM.
The internal courtyard contains stone benches from the early 1500s where magistrates sat during public trials, marking its long judicial tradition.
Location: Pistoia
GPS coordinates: 43.93340,10.91691
Latest update: March 3, 2025 13:45
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