Ascoli Piceno, Italy
Palazzo dei Capitani del Popolo

A historic building from the 14th century with medieval crenelated tower and seat of the Council of the Hundred or the Sala della Ragione.

Palazzo dei Capitani del Popolo in Ascoli Piceno, Italy is an architectural beauty, built by assembling three smaller buildings! Over the years this building has undergone several restorations and changes. Be awestruck by the majesty of this historical and elegant building, which has been the symbol of political strength for the city of Ascoli Piceno. The frescoes of 19th century Pontifical Governors who worked here walls the Sala degli Stemmi. The palace also features two very important cultural institutes: the civic library and the Municipal Historical Archive. A well preserved monument of ancient times, a visit to Ascoli Piceno would be incomplete without visiting Palazzo dei Capitani del Popolo. A typical visitor spends one hour at the museum. Entry to this palace is free of cost.


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Tips Before You Go
Will appeal highly to all history buffs and those intrigued by political power.
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Piazza del Popolo, 63100 Ascoli Piceno AP, Italy