Galleria Vittorio Emanuele III, Messina
The shopping passge, called Galleria Vittorio Emanuele III, is located on the Antonello square , built according to the plan of reconstruction of the city after the earthquake of 1908.
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Designed by architect Camillo Puglisi Allegra, construction began in 1926 with funding from the General electric company of Sicily.
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The building was inaugurated on August 12, 1929, simultaneously with the opening of the restored Cathedral, and is one of the symbols of the city's rebirth after a terrible natural disaster.
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The building consists of three spans of different lengths connected by a hexagonal hall.
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The spans are covered with a transparent arched roof made of colored glass.
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The Central hall is covered with a round dome.
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The building is built in an eclectic style , here you can find features of both classic and Art Nouveau.
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Sculptures Antonio Bonfiglio and Ettore Lovetti worked on the design of facades and interiors, taking as a model the decor of Sicilian palaces of the 18th century.
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The gallery floors are decorated with mosaics in the antique style.
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In 2000, the building was recognized as a historical and artistic landmark. Now the gallery is mainly occupied by restaurants and bars, there are several boutiques and art shops, a beauty salon.
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