The grandiose Royal Palace of Caserta, masterfully crafted by the Bourbon king Charles III, rivaled Versailles and the Royal Palace of Madrid, not only in its imposing palace and park but also in its surrounding natural landscape. Constructed in 1752, the palace sprawls across an area of 47,000 square meters and boasts a floor area of 130,000 square meters, spread over five floors. Its total volume is approximately 2 million cubic meters. Designed by architect Luigi Vanvitelli, the palace is a remarkable example of an 18th-century royal establishment, showcasing an imposing palace and park, in addition to the extensive natural landscape surrounding it.
The palace is an impressive feature along the central axis, connecting and unifying the entire complex. The palace comprises two courtyards and three atriums, serving as both a magnificent palace for the royal family and court, as well as an administrative center inspired by the model of Escorial in Spain. In 1997, the palace was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Written by Nicolo Ciampini
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