Dominating Turin’s majestic Piazza Carignano, the ornate brick Palazzo Carignano stands as one of the city’s most important baroque palaces. Its main facade, featuring an undulating concave–convex–concave shape, is a unique architectural element in Italy, designed by architect Francesco Borromini for a civic rather than religious building. Visitors can admire the intricate details and grandeur of this 17th-century structure, which offers a glimpse into the opulence and artistic innovation of the baroque period.
Travel Themes & Experiences
Julian Sterling
April 17, 2026
