Broletto

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The Broletto at Orta San Giulio, on Lake Orta
The Broletto at Orta San Giulio, on Lake Orta

Broletto is an ancient Italian word, from medieval Latin "broilum, brogilum", which probably derives from a Celtic word. Its first meaning is "little orchard or garden"; hence the meaning "field surrounded by a wall". Another meaning refers to a "place where justice is administered". This meaning explains why several places or buildings in northern Italy are called "Broletto".

Ancient Brolettoes (it.:"Broletti") are major buildings in Milan, Brescia, Pavia, Piacenza, Como, Monza, Reggio Emilia and others.

The Broletto Nuovo in Milan
The Broletto Nuovo in Milan
Under the porch of Broletto Nuovo in Milan
Under the porch of Broletto Nuovo in Milan
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