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At a glance
- Period
- Middle Ages, 1461
- Coordinates
- 40°55′36″ N, 14°31′32″ E
History and description
The Palazzo Orsini, also known as Reggia Orsini, is a 15th-century palace located on Piazza Giordano Bruno in Nola, Italy. It houses the city's courthouse.
History
The palace was built in 1461 by Orso Orsini. Originally serving as the residence of the counts Orsini, it has undergone various transformations over the centuries. In 1559, it became property of the Jesuits. Later, it was used for military purposes and served as the headquarters of the Military District from 1860.
In 1994, it assumed its current judicial function.
Description
The palace is located next to the church of Gesù and extends across three floors, each originally designed for different functions: the noble floor for the residence of the counts, the ground floor for services and stables, and the top floor for the servants. Its style is Renaissance, characterized by a simple marble façade decorated with a carved portal and a Latin inscription. The building has a square plan with an internal courtyard and a garden. Inside, notable architectural elements include the vaulted entrance hall and a staircase with piperno steps.
Text from Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia, under CC BY-SA 4.0. Full article: «Palazzo Orsini».
Timeline
- 1461Built
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Getting there
NolaTrain, nearest
300 m as the crow flies
Palazzo Orsini
Aeroporto di Napoli Capodichino20.4 km
Distances are as the crow flies, not walking or driving.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Palazzo Orsini?
Palazzo Orsini is in Nola, in the province of Napoli (Campania), Italy. GPS coordinates: 40.92653, 14.52553.
How old is Palazzo Orsini?
Wikidata dates it to 1461.
What else is there to see near Palazzo Orsini?
Nearby you’ll find: Diocesan museum and lapidary of Nola (200 m away), Museo Storico Archeologico di Nola (400 m away), Nuvlana amphitheatre (400 m away).
Sources and licences
Text. Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia (CC BY-SA 4.0).
Data. Wikidata (CC0); opening hours and contacts OpenStreetMap (ODbL).
Photos. Wikimedia Commons, author and licence on every image.
Credits for the 1 photos
- Nola - palazzo Orsini - 2026-09-26 09-39-21 001 — Lucasal84, CC BY-SA 4.0
Updated 28 October 2026. All sources and licences