Born as a fortified residence and in the past several centuries through extension work and restoration, the Castle of Racconigi is linked to the figure of Carlo Alberto. It was the same king, ascended the throne in 1831, to prefer the Castle Racconigi to the richest estates and Venaria Stupinigi. Less spectacular than other stands Savoy Racconigi was certainly more suited to host a Court is now simpler than the magnificent eighteenth century, but its new destination in the royal residence was opened through an expansion project that was up to it. So, starting in 1832, adding two new wings, the construction of the building overlooking the Court of Honor and the appointment of the architect and painter Pelagius Palagi for the creation of the monumental gate for the design of the furniture, the decorations and interior renovations, transforming the once sumptuous villa in the royal palace. The park was transformed and became a space for experimentation of decorative elements of the garden, ponds, woods and exotic plants. The twentieth-century work and regular attendance loved the castle by the royal family, has preserved the value throughout the last century, adding to its architectural beauty and the valuable collection of paintings, sculptures and furniture that holds special charm of the beloved place, inhabited and dedicated to the private sphere of the most public of families.
For more information: The book "The Castle Racconigi" , authors Macera, Vitiello is published by Allemandi Bol.com also on sale at a price of Euro 16.00
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