Domus Internationalis Paulus VI
Domus Internationalis Paulus VI | |
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Bernini. | |
General information | |
Type | Residence, guesthouse |
Architectural style | Renaissance |
Town or city | Historical Center, Rome |
Country | Italy |
Current tenants | Officials of the Roman Curia |
Groundbreaking | 15th Century A.D. |
Owner | Holy See (Vatican City State) |
The Domus Internationalis Paulus VI was established as a Foundation by
History of the Palazzo
The original structure of the complex was constructed in the 15th century. In 1573, the palazzo on the site that the present Domus occupies became the seat of the Germanic College, founded by Saint Ignatius of Loyola (1491-1556) and approved by Pope
In 1634, the original building was demolished and a new edifice was constructed under the direction of the Italian Baroque architect, Paolo Marucelli (1596-1649). The façade of the Palazzo looked on to Via S. Agostino and was joined to the Palazzo Apollinare by an archway above the street.[2]
Following construction on the nearby palazzo of San Luigi dei Francesi, another section of the palazzo was demolished. This allowed for a new design and consequent expansion of the building with the new façade on Via della Scrofa. This was done in 1776 under the direction of the Roman architects Pietro Camporese il Vecchio (1726-1781) and Pasquale Belli (1752-1833). The renovated palazzo was delimited by Via S. Agostino, Via della Scrofa, Via S. Giovanna d'Arco and Piazza delle Cinque Lune. The connecting archway above Via S. Agostino was retained.[2]
In July 1773 the Society of Jesus was suppressed, and the German College was subsequently placed under the care of diocesan clergy until 1789, at which time it was closed and transferred to Ferrara (Emilia-Romagna). The Palazzo then became the seat of the Vicariate of Rome.[2]
During the pontificate of
During the Pontificate of
Domus Internationalis "Paulus VI" and the popes
At least two modern popes used to lodge in the building that is now the Domus Internationalis "Paulus VI" when they were
References
- ^ Cf. Acta Apostolicae Sedis (AAS): Vol XXI (1929), p. 269.
- ^ a b c d e f g h i www.romadesign.it, Riccardo Romagnoli -. "Domus Internationalis Paulus VI - Chi Siamo".
- ^ "Il papa paga il conto". 15 March 2013.