Palazzo Re Enzo
Palazzo Re Enzo, located in the heart of Bologna, is a historical and architectural symbol dating back to the 13th century. Built between 1244 and 1246, it was initially known as Palatium Novum to distinguish it from other municipal buildings, such as the Palazzo del Podestà and the Palazzo del Capitano del Popolo. The history […]
Palace of Notaries
The Notaries’ Palace, located on the southern side of Piazza Maggiore in Bologna, represents a fundamental piece of the city’s historical and architectural fabric. Built starting from 1381 to house the headquarters of the Notaries’ Society, the palace has been expanded and renovated several times over the centuries, reflecting the political, social, and artistic transformations […]
Caprara Palace
Palazzo Caprara, also known as Palazzo Caprara Montpensier, is an architectural gem located on Via IV Novembre in Bologna. Built in the second half of the 17th century, the palace is a magnificent example of Baroque and Neoclassical architecture, reflecting the wealth and influence of the Caprara family. The history of Palazzo Caprara begins with […]
Palazzo d’Accursio
Palazzo d’Accursio, located in Piazza Maggiore in Bologna, is a magnificent example of historical architecture that reflects centuries of transformations and different functions. Originally the residence of Francesco Accursio, a famous jurist of the 13th century, the building was purchased by the Municipality of Bologna in 1287 to become the seat of the city government. […]
Palazzo Albergati
Palazzo Albergati, located on Via Saragozza in Bologna, is a splendid example of Renaissance architecture. Its construction began in 1519 at the request of the noble Albergati family and was expanded in 1540. The attribution of its design is uncertain, but it is hypothesized to be the work of Baldassarre Peruzzi or Domenico da Varignana. […]
Cineteca di Boloogna
The Cineteca of Bologna is one of the most important cultural institutions in Italy and Europe, dedicated to the preservation, restoration, and dissemination of film heritage. Founded in 1963, the Cineteca is housed in the former Manifattura Tabacchi, a historic building that today is a reference point for film lovers, scholars, and cinema enthusiasts. The […]
Charterhouse of Bologna
The Certosa of Bologna, one of the oldest and most fascinating monumental cemeteries in Italy, offers an extraordinary journey through art, history, and culture. Located just outside the city walls, near the Renato Dall’Ara stadium, the cemetery occupies the area of an ancient Carthusian monastery, founded in the 14th century and suppressed by Napoleon in […]
Neptune Fountain
The Fountain of Neptune in Bologna, an icon of the city, stands imposingly in Piazza del Nettuno, next to Piazza Maggiore. Commissioned by the cardinal legate Carlo Borromeo in 1563 and designed by the architect Tommaso Laureti, the fountain was completed in 1566 with the bronze statue of Neptune, a work by the famous Flemish […]
St. Peter’s Metropolitan Cathedral
The Metropolitan Cathedral of San Pietro, located in the heart of Bologna, is one of the most important and ancient places of worship in the city. Its history dates back to the 4th century, with a series of reconstructions that have defined its current appearance. The first church, dedicated to Saints Nabore and Felice, was […]
Salaborsa Library
The Salaborsa Library, located in the heart of Bologna, is much more than just a library: it is a place where history, culture, and architecture come together to create a unique experience for visitors. Inaugurated in 2001, the library is located inside Palazzo d’Accursio, a historic building that has seen centuries of transformations and different […]
