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Palazzo Ducale was the seat of Genoa's doges for over 500 years, a monumental symbol of the Republic's political power. Today the restored palace serves as Genoa's premier cultural venue, hosting major art exhibitions, concerts, and literary events in its grand halls.
The original palace dates to 1251 when the Republic established its first permanent government seat. Rebuilding after fires in 1591 and 1777 gave the palace its current neoclassical appearance. A major restoration in the 1990s transformed it into a cultural centre.