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Review:
The Cultural Association Stanze al Genio is located in the historic part of Palermo, in one of the oldest streets of the Kalsa district. The exhibition rooms of Stanze al Genio have one of the most extensive collections of ancient ceramic tiles in the world. There are more than 2,300 pieces, some dating from the 14th and 15th centuries, covering the walls and creating magical mosaics. The artistry, colors, and patterns show how fashions in tile design have changed throughout the centuries. Their quality is also incredible, as can be seen by the fact that they have survived for so long. It is one of art branches that is not usually so well respected, but once you see the beauty of each tiny piece of art, you realize how much talent went into each of them. Stanze al Genio was founded in 2008 to enhance, protect, and make accessible to the public cultural and historical heritage as depicted in ancient pottery as well as in other various objects.
Via Giuseppe Garibaldi, 11, 90133 Palermo, Italy, Phone: +39 340-097-1561
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