Royal Palace
Piazza Palazzo, Quartiere storico di Castello, 09100 Cagliari, Italy
Description:
The Royal Palace is a historical building built in the XIV century. It was the residence of the royal governors of the Aragonese dynasty, the Spanish period and the Savoy dynasty. It is currently home to the Prefecture and the Cagliari Provincial Administration. Over the centuries, the structure was rebuilt several times, the last extensive reconstruction took place in 1985.
The Royal Palace building combines classical and baroque features. Its facade is decorated with numerous relief images. Elegant white columns topped with stucco details are located on either side of the main entrance. A feature of the building is a large number of rectangular windows with shutters. In the exterior decoration of the building, pastel tones prevail. In general, the building looks strict, but harmonious.
The Royal Palace is usually closed to visitors. Access is possible only during concerts and by appointment for excursion groups.