 Moving forward, after crossing the threshold of the civic tower, the magnificent and bright square space of "Piazza Bentivoglio" (1594-1600) opens up in all its symbolic power before visitors.This is one of the most beautiful squares in Italy, according to the art historian Cesare Brandi.And as such it already appeared in its day when its function was simultaneously that of public square and courtyard of honour for the palace (today occupied by a large garden).