Palazzo Barberini

Frescoes from the magnificent Masters

Noteworthy for: It was here that the European Convention on Human Rights was signed in 1950.
The three Baroque gods of Bernini, Borromini and Carlo Maderno all had a hand in the design and creation of this sweeping and imposing 17th century palace for Pope Urban VIII. The building is a work of art in itself and soars high above Piazza Barberini. It includes a dazzling selection of 16th and 17th century works of art, gorgeous frescoes, Anton Van Dyks 'Madonna of the Straw', Hans Holbein's famous painting of Henry VIII and so much more for arts buffs and enthusiasts.

Amongst the works of art and lavishly decorated rooms, the big show stopping number is the magnificent and vast grand salon with Pietro da Cortona's ceiling fresco, 'Allegory of Divine Providence and Barberini Power'.