gothic Palazzo
The arches and the porch are typical of the Siense gothic style. It is the city hall of Siena Italy. The buildings lower story is of stone, while the rest is brick. The building is still in use after 600 years which attests to the skill of the architects, engineers, and masons of the time.

Palazzo Publico

Who- Began by Sienese merchants
What- Stone/brick
When- 1288
Where-Italy
Why- 100 meter high bell tower is the highest in Italy.
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