Palazzo dei Consoli and Museo Civico
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to Gubbio, a city where the stone breathes the history of the Middle Ages. As you stand before the Palazzo dei Consoli, you are observing one of the most ambitious civic architectural projects of the 14th century. …
Listen in the app2The Grand Loggia and Entrance — A Portal to Power
Approaching the main entrance, notice the grand staircase leading to the loggia. This elevated portal served as the stage for public announcements and communal ceremonies. …
Listen in the app3The Eugubine Tables — Ancient Umbrian Wisdom
We now come to the most significant archaeological treasure in Italy: the Eugubine Tables. Discovered in 1444 near the Roman theater, these seven bronze tablets are the primary source for understanding the ancient Umbrian…
Listen in the app4The Civic Museum and Pinacoteca — Art of the Commune
As we ascend to the upper floors, we enter the Pinacoteca, the city's art gallery. Here, the collection reflects the artistic flourishing of Gubbio during the late Middle Ages and the Renaissance. …
Listen in the app5The Tower and the Campanone — The Voice of the City
No visit to the Palazzo dei Consoli is complete without acknowledging its voice: the Campanone. Housed in the towering bell tower that punctuates the city's skyline, this massive bell was cast in 1769, weighing over five tons. …
Listen in the app6The Medieval Death Doors — Defensive Domesticity
As you walk the streets surrounding the Palazzo, particularly the narrow via dei Consoli, keep your eyes open for a peculiar architectural feature: the 'Porta del Morto,' or the Death Door. You will notice many medieval houses…
Listen in the app7The Roman Theater and Archaeological Park — Iguvium's Legacy
To truly understand the context of the Palazzo dei Consoli, we must briefly look toward the edge of the medieval town, where the Roman Theater stands as a reminder of the city's ancient identity as Iguvium. Built in the 1st…
Listen in the app8Closing
As we conclude our journey at the Palazzo dei Consoli, take one last look at the Piazza Grande. This 'hanging square' is more than just a public space; it is a symbol of Gubbio's ability to transcend its limitations, carving a…
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What is Palazzo dei Consoli and Museo Civico?
Palazzo dei Consoli and Museo Civico is a place with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Type | Activity |
|---|---|
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 43.3534, 12.5789 |
| Last updated |