Chigi Palace
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For the palace in Ariccia, see Palazzo Chigi of Ariccia. For the palace in Siena, see Palazzo Chigi-Saracini.
The Chigi Palace (Italian: Palazzo Chigi [paˈlattso ˈkiːdʒi]) is a palace and former noble residence in Rome which is the seat of the Council of Ministers and the official residence of the Prime Minister of Italy. Since 22 October 2022, the tenant of the Chigi Palace has been Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, although she does not live in the building.[1] It is located in the Piazza Colonna, next to Palazzo Montecitorio, seat of the Chamber of Deputies.
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Chigi Palace | |
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Palazzo Chigi | |
General information | |
Town or city | Rome |
Country | Italy |
Coordinates | 41°54′05″N 12°28′47″E |
Current tenants | Giorgia Meloni (2022–present) |
Construction started | 1562 |
Completed | 1580 |
Client | Aldobrandini family Chigi family |
Design and construction | |
Architect(s) | Giacomo della Porta Carlo Maderno |
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