Palazzo Grimaldi della Meridiana in Genoa.
Palazzo Grimaldi della Meridiana, located in Genoa, is a splendid example of Renaissance and Baroque architecture. Built in the 16th century, the palace is part of the Rolli of Genoa, a system of noble residences registered as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
Here are some key facts about Palazzo Grimaldi della Meridiana:
The palace was built in 1543 by order of Gerolamo Grimaldi, an important member of the Grimaldi family, one of the most influential families in Genoa. Over the centuries, the palace has undergone various alterations and restorations that have enriched its architecture and interior decorations.
The palace features typical Renaissance architectural elements, with the addition of later Baroque decorations. The interiors are decorated with frescoes and stuccoes by famous artists such as Luca Cambiaso and Giovanni Battista Castello.
The palace is famous for its garden and the large sundial on the facade, from which it takes its name. The sundial is a testimony to the scientific and astronomical interest of the period.
Today, the Palazzo della Meridiana hosts cultural events, exhibitions and ceremonies. It is also possible to visit it to admire its splendid rooms and works of art.
As one of the Rolli palaces, the Palazzo della Meridiana was part of the aristocratic residences that, during the Republic of Genoa, were required to host dignitaries and visitors passing through the city on behalf of the State. This unique system was recognized by UNESCO as part of the world heritage in 2006.
The Palazzo della Meridiana is a significant example of the cultural and historical heritage of Genoa, testifying to the wealth and influence of the city's noble families over the centuries.
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This is the official website of the palace: palazzodellameridiana.it.
Here is where the palace is located:
Palazzo Gerolamo Grimaldi – also known as Palazzo della Meridiana – is a building located in Salita di San Francesco at number 4 in the historic center of Genoa, included on July 13, 2006 in the list of forty-two palaces registered in the Rolli of Genoa that became World Heritage Sites by UNESCO on that date. It was built between 1536 and 1544 by the Genoese banker Gerolamo Grimaldi Oliva, who had become rich in Portugal and Spain where he managed the collection of taxes in Cordoba and Granada.
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