The Bank of Italy Palace in Taranto was designed by engineer Cesare Bazzini and completed in 1937. Originally built to house the Bank of Italy, the building now accommodates the School of Medicine and the degree programme in Medicine and Surgery of the University of Bari’s Taranto campus.
The palazzo exemplifies the architectural vocabulary of 1930s Italian design, reflecting the period’s approach to institutional and commercial building. Its conversion to educational use represents a significant shift in the building’s institutional role within the city.
About Cesare Bazzini
Cesare Bazzini was an engineer active in early twentieth-century Italy during a period of substantial architectural transformation in the peninsula.
Details
- Designed by engineer Cesare Bazzini
- Completed 1937
- Located in Taranto, Puglia
- Originally: Bank of Italy headquarters
- Current use: School of Medicine, University of Bari (Taranto campus)
Frequently asked questions
Who designed this building?
Engineer Cesare Bazzini designed the palazzo, which was completed in 1937.
What was the building originally used for?
The palazzo was originally constructed as the headquarters of the Bank of Italy in Taranto.
What is housed in the building today?
The building now serves as the home of the School of Medicine and the Medicine and Surgery degree programme of the University of Bari’s Taranto campus.
