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The Casina Pio IV (or Villa Pia) is a patrician villa in Vatican City which is now home to the Pontifical Academy of Sciences, the Pontifical Academy of Social Sciences and the Pontifical Academy of St. Thomas Aquinas. The predecessor of the present complex structure was begun in the spring of 1558 by Pope Paul IV in the Vatican Gardens, west of the Cortile del Belvedere. Paul IV commissioned the initial project of the 'Casina del Boschetto', as it was originally called, from an unknown architect; the first mention of the single-storey building can be found on 30 April 1558, and a notice of the following 6 May, says that the Pope spent 'two thirds of his time at the Belvedere, where he has begun to build a fountain in the woods'.

Upon Paul IV's death on 18 August 1559, Pope Pius IV took on the project, which had not yet been completed, and, turning to Pirro Ligorio, improved it. The complex, as it was completed in 1562, comprised an elliptical cortile, two free-standing portals, and the loggia with its fountain. Rich sculptural stuccos, once supplemented by some fifty ancient Roman sculptures, enliven the exterior (illustration).^[1] A team of at least six major painters, including Federico Barocci, Federico Zuccari, and Santi di Tito and their assistants, frescoed the interiors.^[2]

The Casina's rich and at times obscure iconographic programme, of the efficacy of baptism, the primacy of the papacy and the welcomed punitive powers of the Church,^[3] seems to have been inspired by CardinalCharles Borromeo, nephew of Pius IV, who probably had it in mind as the headquarters for the Academy he was about to found, on 20 April 1562, called Accademia Noctes Vaticanae. Graham Smith^[2] suggests that the interrelated iconography of the interior frescoes was inspired by Cardinal Marcantonio da Mula.

Pope Pius XI, the founder of the current Pontifical Academy of Sciences, made the Casina the Academy's current headquarters in 1936.

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Citations[edit]

1. ^They are not just as Pirro Ligorio designed them; Graham Smith, The Casino of Pius IV, Princeton, N.J., Princeton University Press, 1977, documents 17th-century restorations, replacements in 1824 and major renovations in 1931–35.
2. ^ ^abSmith 1977.
3. ^As examined by Smith 1977.

General references[edit]

• Friedländer, Walter (1912). Das Kasino Pius des Vierten. Kunstgeschichtlichen forschungen, 3. Leipzig: Karl W. Hierseman. OCLC803230407. The first modern monograph based on documentation.
• Losito, Maria (2010). The Casina Pio IV in the Vatican. Translated by Gabriella Clare Marino. Vatican City: Pontificia Academia Scientiarum. ISBN978-88-7761-099-7. OCLC955239788.
• Smith, Graham (1977). The Casino of Pius IV. Princeton, N.J.: Princeton University Press. ISBN9780691039152. OCLC983924623.
  • Partridge, Loren W. (June 1978). 'Review: [Untitled]'. The Art Bulletin. 60 (2): 369–372. doi:10.2307/3049799. JSTOR3049799. An extended critical review, analyzing the iconographic program in detail.

External links[edit]

• Media related to Casino di Pio IV at Wikimedia Commons

Avda. Francia s/n | Playas de Bavaro Higuey,23000Punta Cana

Featuring over 0.6 mi of beautiful white sand beach, this tropical resort stands along the shore of the Dominican Republic. Guests can enjoy the luxurious full spa or try their luck at the resort's casino.

A private terrace or balcony in each room offers relaxing views over the Grand Palladium Palace Resort Spa. Satellite TV and an iPod docking station are also included.

A total of 8 à la carte restaurants serve a wide range of global cuisine at the Grand Palladium. Guests can also enjoy 6 buffets and 18 bars, 6 in the beach and that are 4 swim up.

Guests are welcome to relax in the resort’s 4 clear pools, each with umbrellas and towel service. Tennis, kayaking and many other land and water sports are also offered. There is full access to the other 3 resorts and their facilities.

The Palma Real Shopping Village is 6 minutes driving from the Grand Palladium Palace. Punta Cana International Airport is 13 mi away.

Rooms: 7

Hotel Chain: Palladium Hotel Group

Facilities of Grand Palladium Palace Resort Spa & Casino - All Inclusive

General

• WiFi in all areas

• Paid WiFi

Activities

• Tennis court
• Golf course (within 2 miles)
• Pool table
• Windsurfing
• Darts
• Canoeing
• Diving

• Snorkeling
• Mini golf
• Water sports facilities (on site)
• Stand-up comedy
• Movie nights
• Tour or class about local culture

• Live music/Performance
• Live sports events (broadcast)
• Archery
• Aerobics
• Bingo

Food & Drink

• Restaurant
• Room service
• Bar

• Snack bar
• Special diet meals (on request)

• Kids' meals
• Kid-friendly buffet

Pool and Spa

• Sauna
• Fitness center
• Solarium
• Spa
• Massage

• Hot tub/Jacuzzi
• Turkish/Steam Bath
• Outdoor pool
• Outdoor pool (year-round)

• Beachfront
• Pool with view
• Pool bar
• Swimming pool

Transportation

• Bicycle rental (additional charge)
• Car rental

• Shuttle service (additional charge)

Front Desk Services

• 24-hour front desk
• Newspapers
• Express check-in/out

• Currency exchange
• Tour desk

• Ticket service
• Baggage storage
• ATM on site

Common Areas

• Garden
• Terrace

• Game room

• Chapel/Shrine
• Sun deck

Entertainment & Family Services

• Casino
• Entertainment staff

• Nightclub/DJ

• Kids' club

Cleaning Services

• Laundry
• Dry cleaning

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• Ironing service

Business Facilities

• Meeting/Banquet facilities

• Business center

Shops

• Hair/Beauty salon
• Gift shop

• Shops (on site)

Miscellaneous

• Non-smoking rooms
• Facilities for disabled guests

• Family rooms

• Air conditioning

Safety & security

• Safe

Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and costs USD 10 per 24 hours.

Parking

Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

Policies of Grand Palladium Palace Resort Spa & Casino - All Inclusive

These are general hotel policies for Grand Palladium Palace Resort Spa & Casino - All Inclusive. As they may vary per room type, please also check the room conditions.

Check-in

From 15:00 hours

Check-out

Until 12:00 hours

Cancellation / Prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to property type.

Children and Extra Beds

Free!Up to two children under 13 years stay free of charge when using existing beds.

Free!One child under 3 years stays free of charge in a crib.

There is no capacity for extra beds in the room.

The maximum number of total guests in a room is 4.

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The maximum number of cribs in a room is 1.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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Accepted credit cards

• Mastercard
• Visa
• Diners Club
• American Express

The property reserves the right to pre-authorize credit cards prior to arrival.

Important Information

Children from 3 years old to 12 years old can stay for 50% of the adult rate per child per night.
Please note that no refunds will be given in case of early departure.
Please note that a supplement of $50 usd per person per day, will be charge for wet areas of the SPA at Grand Palladium,