Palazzo Farnese

Palazzo Farnese faces Campli’s cathedral across the main square. Also known as the Palazzo del Parlamento, its arcaded facade preserves the town’s medieval civic identity.

Why it matters

The palace was a seat of communal government. Its broad vaults sheltered the assemblies through which citizens elected their representatives, giving the building a role distinct from the religious institutions beside it.

What to notice

Seven round arches support a facade punctuated by lobed three-light windows. An inscription dated 1522 records one of the alterations made over the centuries. The combination of substantial masonry and delicate window openings gives the building its distinctive appearance.

Context and history

The foundation stone was laid in 1286. Later rebuilding modified the medieval structure, while the Farnese name recalls the dynasty associated with Campli through Margaret of Austria. The building’s continued municipal use connects its historic purpose with the civic life of the town.