Palazzo della Corgna - Palazzo Ducale

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The Palazzo della Corgna, situated in the picturesque town of Castiglione del Lago on Italy’s Lake Trasimeno, is a magnificent Renaissance palace turned museum. Its richly painted rooms—once home to the noble Corgna family—now showcase frescoes by Niccolò Circignani and other artists, depicting heroic deeds, mythic tales, and historical scenes. Visitors stroll through the palace’s grand halls and the medieval fortress, the Rocca del Leone, gaining insights into regional history from dawn to dusk. The museum’s carefully curated exhibitions, combined with its location overlooking the lake, make it a must‑visit for history enthusiasts and cultural travelers alike.

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• Frescoes of the Gesta di Ascanio
• Rocca del Leone Fortress
• Sala di Paride

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• Typical visit: about 3 hours