Baroque gem: Besenghi degli Ughi Palace

As you explore the streets of Izola, you will come across one of the town’s most beautiful late Baroque palaces, the Besenghi degli Ughi Palace. It is known for its picturesque façade, rich architectural details and central hall, considered one of the finest palace interiors in Izola. Today, the palace is accessible only on special occasions or as part of the guided tour "Izola under the Wings" of the Venetian Lion, by prior arrangement.

In the old town, you'll find a beautiful baroque gem – the Besenghi degli Ughi Palace. The palace was built for the wealthy Besenghi degli Ughi family between 1775 and 1781 by the architect Filippo Donghetti. It's a typical example of late Baroque Venetian architecture. The three-storey building features a central hall decorated with paintings and stucco in Rococo style. The stone lion in the outer corner of the palace dates back to the 13th century and is presumably a remnant of an older building or former church.

Enter the Palace in Virtual Form

The Besenghi degli Ughi Palace is home to the Izola music school. Classes are held daily, so the palace is closed to the public. However, you can see the beautiful central hall in the digitised version. A 3D video is available, which allows you to virtually enter the palace.

Step inside one of Izola’s most beautiful palaces

The interior of the Besenghi degli Ughi Palace can be visited as part of a themed guided tour, accompanied by a guide and by prior arrangement. Inside the palace, visitors can admire remarkable architectural details, the central hall and the elegant Baroque room, which reflects the refined atmosphere of one of Izola’s most beautiful historic residences.

Wedding Location in Izola

You can only visit the palace on special occasions. One of these is the hunt for the Forgotten Secret of Izola, the other requires you to be a bit more “serious”. The palace is also a ceremonial venue, where you can say your everlasting “I do”.

Well, Klemen wasn’t particularly serious when he wanted to immortalise his love for Mojca by putting a padlock on the palace’s windows. He was caught by a registrar and soon … well, it’s best if you watch the video below!