The Ducal Palace is a Renaissance palace in the city of Urbino, located in the Marche region of Italy. It was built in the 15th century for the Duke Federico III da Montefeltro and his wife Battista Sforza, and is considered one of the most important examples of Renaissance architecture in Italy.
The palace was designed by the architect Luciano Laurana, who combined elements of Gothic and Renaissance styles to create a unique and harmonious building. The exterior of the palace features a crenellated roofline, a large central tower, and a series of smaller towers and balconies. The interior of the palace is equally impressive, with ornate rooms and decorations, including frescoes by famous Renaissance artists such as Raphael and Titian.
The palace also houses the National Gallery of the Marche, which contains a collection of paintings and sculptures from the Renaissance period. Some of the most famous works in the gallery include Piero della Francesca's painting of the Flagellation of Christ and Raphael's portrait of Duke Federico da Montefeltro.
Today, the Ducal Palace is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is open to the public as a museum. Visitors can explore the many rooms and galleries of the palace, and learn about the history and culture of Renaissance Italy.