The Galleria De Bono is a historic building located in Tripoli, Libya.

Galleria De Bono
Galleria De Bono in Tripoli
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General information
Architectural styleNeoclassical
LocationTripoli, Libya
Coordinates32°53′37″N 13°10′55″E / 32.89361°N 13.18194°E / 32.89361; 13.18194

History

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The building was erected at the time of Italian Libya, and was named after Emilio De Bono.

Description

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The arcade has the shape of a large octagon which can be accessed through four specular entrances. The two main entrances connect the arcade to the former Via Costanzo Ciano and Corso Vittorio Emanuele. The large octagonal square at centre of the arcade, now devoid of roofs, was originally covered by a structure made of steel and glass.[1]

References

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  1. ^ Roberto Longo. "Il ristorante in galleria". L'angolo di Roberto Longo (in Italian). Retrieved 2023-01-23.
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