Piazza Grande
Italy
Here, facing the square, you can find the most important medieval palaces in Gubbio, like the massive Palazzo dei Consoli, in Gothic style.
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8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to the Piazza Grande, or Pee-ah-tsah Grahn-day, the architectural and civic marvel of Gubbio. As a scholar of medieval urbanism, one must immediately appreciate the audacity of this space. …
Listen in the app2Palazzo dei Consoli — The Gothic Giant
Standing proudly on the northern side of the square is the Palazzo dei Consoli (Pah-laht-tso day Kon-so-lee), a Gothic masterpiece designed by Angelo da Orvieto. Completed between thirteen-thirty-two and thirteen-forty-eight, it…
Listen in the app3Palazzo Pretorio — The Unfinished Counterpoint
Opposite the Palazzo dei Consoli stands its counterpart, the Palazzo Pretorio (Pah-laht-tso Pray-toh-ree-oh). While it may appear less grand, its history is equally fascinating. …
Listen in the app4The Arches of the Terrace
To truly appreciate the Piazza Grande, one must understand what lies beneath your feet. We are standing on a massive artificial platform, a feat of engineering that was revolutionary for its time. …
Listen in the app5The Panoramic View — The Umbrian Landscape
Let us take a moment to look outward, away from the stone buildings, and toward the horizon. The view from the Piazza Grande is one of the most celebrated in Umbria. …
Listen in the app6Corsa dei Ceri — The Living Tradition
Every year on May fifteenth, this quiet stone square is transformed into a scene of incredible chaos and devotion. This is the stage for the Corsa dei Ceri (Kor-sah day-ee Chay-ree), or the Race of the Candles. …
Listen in the app7The Stone Masonry Heritage
To conclude our tour of the square, look closely at the texture of the walls around you. Gubbio is known as the 'City of Stone,' and the Piazza Grande is its greatest gallery. …
Listen in the app8Closing
As you prepare to leave the Piazza Grande, take a final look at the two palazzos standing like guardians over the valley. We have explored a space that is a miracle of engineering, a center of political power, and a stage for…
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What is Piazza Grande?
Piazza Grande is a place in Italy with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Italy |
|---|---|
| Type | Activity |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 43.3534, 12.5789 |
| Last updated |
