The beating heart of Citta Alta, described by Le Corbusier as 'the most beautiful square in Europe'. Surrounded by historic buildings including the medieval Palazzo della Ragione, Baroque Palazzo Nuovo, the central fountain, and the iconic Campanone.
Early morning for photos without crowds. Evening for aperitivo at surrounding cafes. Stay at 10pm to hear the Campanone's 100 chimes.
faq.subtitle Piazza Vecchia
The famous architect Le Corbusier visited the square in 1949 and admired its harmonious scale, the mix of architectural styles (medieval, Renaissance, Baroque), and the perfect balance of space. The square is a rare example of organic urban planning.
Main buildings: Palazzo della Ragione (12th century) - Italy's oldest municipal palace with arcades and museum; Palazzo Nuovo/Biblioteca Angelo Mai (17th century) - beautiful Baroque facade; Campanone - the 52m medieval tower; and the central fountain - with Venetian marble lions (1780).
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