Description
This square was built in the first half of the nineteenth century, and is surrounded by imposing buildings on three sides. The majestic Porta Nuova railway station is on the remaining side. At the centre is a small garden adorned with well-kept rare plants and a statue dedicated to Edmondo De Amicis.
There are two small symmetrical squares which lead off the main piazza: Piazzetta Lagrange (opening onto the road of the same name) and Piazzetta Paleocapa.