Palazzina Cinese

The design of the Palazzina Cinese is an expression of an end-of-the-18th-century bent for everything Chinese. Designed by Giuseppe Patricolo, it possesses an odd combination of stylistic elements. After a lengthy renovation over the last decade, the “Chinese Pavillion” and its extensive, manicured gardens are open to the public.

The Museo Etnografico Siciliano Pitrè is housed in this building that is adjacent to the Palazzina Cinese. The quasi-Chinese design was inspired by an end-of-the-18th-century bent for everything Chinese. This building and its courtyard were once the stables, servants’ quarters, and kitchens for the main mansion. #palermo #sicily #sicilia #siciliabedda #sizilien #italy #italia #italien #sicilytourism…