The Villa Reale was built at the wish of the Empress Maria Theresa of Austria between 1777 and 1780, as a summer residence for her son Ferdinand. It followed the typical model of Lombard country homes. 

The building was planned by Piermarini, in neo-classical style, with a C-shaped layout and a central reception block. To these were added two lateral wings for the rooms and a further two sections dedicated to the servants and the stables. 

The total number of rooms was close to seven hundred.

From the end of May, the spaces of the Villa Reale will be accessible, with a unique and unprecedented tour itinerary. 

To find out more, visit the website www.reggiadimonza.it/en.