This majestic facade on Scali D'Azeglio belongs to the Palazzo dell'Aquila Nera (Black Eagle Palace), one of the most remarkable buildings lining the Fosso Reale. The whole first floor of this palazzo, built in 1856, was occupied by the Grand Hotel Royal de l'Aigle Noir, a renowned luxury venue at the time. On the upper floors, divided into apartments, lived families of wealthy merchants.
See also: Black Eagle - Scali D'Azeglio - Reflected Eagle
It's still a very grand building.
ReplyDeleteThat is quite a building.
ReplyDeleteWhat stately looking building.
ReplyDeleteLovely!
ReplyDeleteLove this shot! Beautiful building VP.
ReplyDeleteI didn't know hotels could be lived above! It is a grand building.
ReplyDeletebeautiful facade ! :)
ReplyDeleteReally a majestic building, well captured too.
ReplyDeleteI would love to have boats parked outside my residence.
ReplyDeleteWonderful building and great setting!
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