Palazzo Corvaja, also known as the Parliament Building, is the most important Medieval construction within the city and has always been one of the most precious jewels of Taormina. Tourist appreciate its splendid façade, which conserves many admirable traits from the antique Arabic art, sunny courtyards and immense rooms.
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Renovated in 1946, Palazzo Corvaja is also called the “Castle” by the citizens of Taormina because of its grand aspect and form. It is now the Museum of Anthropology, displaying objects dating from the 16th to 19th centuries
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This building received its name from the noble family Corvaja, one of the oldest and richest families of Taormina, remaining owners for more than four centuries, from 1538 to 1945.
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