Aula Volta, Neoclassical lecture hall in Pavia, Italy.
The Aula Volta features a shell-shaped ceiling and walls adorned with scientific instruments, including representations of early electrical devices and experiments.
Construction of the lecture hall began in 1785 under Giuseppe II's order and was completed in 1787 by architect Leopoldo Pollack.
The lecture hall contains a marble bust of Alessandro Volta created by Giovanni Battista Comolli, installed in November 1831 to honor his scientific legacy.
The Department of Physics at the University of Pavia maintains this space for lectures, seminars, and academic events throughout the year.
The interior walls display detailed illustrations of Volta's inventions, including the electrophorus, gas pistol, and eudiometer alongside experimental apparatus designs.
Location: Pavia
Architects: Leopoldo Pollack
Architectural style: neoclassicism
GPS coordinates: 45.18639,9.15639
Latest update: March 4, 2025 02:15
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