Palermo: History Museum
Places and attractions in the History museum category
Categories
- Church
- Baroque architecture
- Historical place
- Museum
- Sacred and religious sites
- Romanesque architecture
- Vernacular architecture
- Unesco
- Gothic architecture
- Palace
- History museum
- Architecture
- Square
- Park
- Specialty museum
- Art museum
- Forts and castles
- Area
- Art gallery
- Monuments and statues
- Concerts and shows
- Fountain
- Sport
- Sport venue
Palazzo dei Normanni
Ornate 9th century palace and museum The Palazzo dei Normanni, or the Norman Palace, is a testament to the rich historical tapestry of Palermo, the capital city of the Italian island of Sicily. Originally built in the 9th century as an Arab fortress, it was expanded and transformed by the Normans who...
Regional Archeological Museum Antonio Salinas
Phoenician and ancient Greek art exhibits Nestled in the heart of Palermo, Italy, the Regional Archaeological Museum Antonio Salinas stands as a bastion of ancient history and culture. Named after the esteemed archaeologist Antonio Salinas, the museum is renowned for its extensive collection of artifacts that...
Palazzina Cinese
The Palazzina Cinese, also known as the Chinese Palace, stands as an architectural gem in the Sicilian city of Palermo. This eclectic palace, nestled within the verdant Parco della Favorita, is a testament to 18th-century fascination with the Orient.
Villa Palagonia
Estate decked with statues of monsters Villa Palagonia, often referred to as the "Villa of Monsters," is an intriguing museum located in the city of Palermo, Italy. This historical estate, renowned for its unique and somewhat eerie charm, is a quintessential example of Baroque architecture infused with a...
Cuba Palace
12th-century pavilion and necropolis Nestled in the heart of Palermo, Italy, the Cuba Palace stands as a testament to the city's rich history and architectural heritage. This grand edifice, often simply referred to as 'La Cuba,' was built in the 12th century under the reign of William II of Sicily.
Zisa
Restored remains of a Moorish palace The Zisa is alternatively listed as either a castle or palace, and located in the western area of Palemo, region of Sicily, Italy.
Palermo Astronomical Observatory
The Giuseppe S. Vaiana Astronomical Observatory is an astronomical observatory located in Palermo, Sicily, Italy, housed inside the Palazzo dei Normanni. It is one of the research facilities of the National Institute of Astrophysics.
Palazzo Ajutamicristo
Palazzo Ajutamicristo is a Late-Gothic and Renaissance-style aristocratic palace located on VIa Garibaldi #23 of the ancient Kalsa quarter of Palermo, region of Sicily, Italy. It rises about a block south of Piazza Rivoluzione.
Villino Florio
Villino Florio all'Olivuzza is a historic monumental building located near the Zisa in Palermo, on Viale Regina Margherita. It is the representative office of the Sicilian Region.
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