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Palazzo Cangini Westinghouse

Via Antonio Gramsci 62, 56048 Volterra, Italy
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Ranked #12 of 20 attractions in Volterra
Type: Museums
Owner description: Among the rooms of the Palazzo that may be visited are the ornate period bedroom known as Alcova used by members of the Austrian Imperial family,... more » Owner description: Among the rooms of the Palazzo that may be visited are the ornate period bedroom known as Alcova used by members of the Austrian Imperial family, including the Tuscan Grand Duke, Leopold II. Also, the frescoed Sala Impero, with its gilt and mirrors, the Studiolo that houses some of the family's antique books, the Salotto Verde with its view of the roof garden and, then the Studio in which are found mementos of the inventor George Westinghouse, great grandfather of the present owner. « less
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Bratislava, Slovakia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 15, 2012

We went there during the White nights, when all the museums were open till 1am and the entry was free of charge. We had the tour by Mr Westinghouse himself!!! We couldn't believe our luck ;)

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed October 29, 2012
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 20, 2012
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 17, 2012
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