Palazzo delle Ferrovie dello Stato, Railway palace in central Trieste, Italy
Palazzo delle Ferrovie dello Stato is a railway palace in central Trieste with five floors and a two-part facade: rusticated stonework at the base and plaster above. Decorative reliefs with plant motifs and stone balustrades enliven the front, while the interior once housed railway administration offices.
The palace was built between 1894 and 1895 by architect Raimondo Sagors as the seat of railway administration. The project arose during a period when Trieste's port and infrastructure were considered crucial gateways to the east.
The building displays Ionic columns and stone balustrades that reference classical forms. These architectural elements reflect the wealth and importance that the railway held in shaping Trieste's urban identity.
The building has entrances from Milano, Galatti, and Filzi streets, allowing views of its exterior from different angles. Access to the interior is not currently possible, as the building stands empty and is offered for purchase.
The rear section once housed the Teatro del Dopolavoro Ferroviario, which was converted into Cinema Vittorio Veneto in 1949. This forgotten theater-cinema was a gathering place for railway workers and their families in the heart of the city.
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