Despite its sophisticated name, Palazzo Parisio is the sort of place you will not recognise as a palace until you step inside. Without any archetypal spirals and towers associated with a palace, Palazzo Parisio looks like a simple street-front rectangular building that exudes a subdued stateliness. But once you enter the palace you will be in awe. Replete in a golden hue, each room is bathed in utmost luxuriance – from the ballroom to the grand staircase, and even to the cellars. The ornate furnishings and chandeliers are so opulent that each room looks like a set from the film. The adjoining walled gardens are elegant in their own right, with Mediterranean trees and blooms meticulously arranged to form a pleasing vista. Here, you can dine on fine Italian cuisine in close quarters with the gorgeous garden landscape, or enjoy a relaxing bout of English tea and snacks. With pristine facilities, sights, and food, you will be hard pressed to decide on the crowning glory of Palazzo Parisio.