Giuseppe Raffo
Giuseppe Raffo was an Italian nobleman and the original builder of the Palais Ahmed Bey in La Marsa, Tunisia, constructed in 1847. He was the brother-in-law of Ahmed Bey, the ruler of Tunisia, and played a significant role in the palace's early history, which later became a prominent residence for the husseinite dynasty. Raffo's architectural contributions have left a lasting legacy, and his family connection to the palace underscores its historical significance.
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Giuseppe Raffo is noted as a diplomat and advisor to Ahmed Bey, symbolizing Tunisia's openness to dialogue with Europe.
Journée mondiale de l’entente du Rotary : paix, solidarité et engagement sous les voûtes du Palais Ahmed Bey
Tunisia· 2026-02-27
Giuseppe Raffo was an influential figure at the husseinite court and built the Palais Ahmed Bey in 1847.
L’empreinte italienne sur l’architecture tunisienne – La Presse de TunisieTunisia· 2025-10-05Giuseppe Raffo was the count who built the Palais Ahmed Bey in 1847.
D’une demeure oubliée à un joyau culturel – La Presse de TunisieTunisia· 2025-09-21
