Brazilian Embassy in Rome Funds Restoration of Historic Palazzo Through Advertising

The Brazilian embassy in Rome, housed in the 17th-century Palazzo Pamphilj, is funding restoration work through temporary advertising billboards displayed until June. The refurbishment, the first in 25 years, covers the building's exterior, interior frescoes, and facilities. Ambassador Renato Mosca de Souza emphasized the palazzo's significance as a diplomatic asset. Brazil initially rented the building in the 1920s and purchased it in 1960 for ITL 900 million. The 16,000 sq m property features Baroque frescoes by artists like Agostino Tassi and Pietro da Cortona, and offers public tours. The restoration underscores Brazil's commitment to preserving Italian cultural heritage while strengthening bilateral relations.