Caserma Grande

This evocative historic photo depicts the imposing façade of the Caserma Grande (Great Barracks) in Trieste, the vast military complex that once stood in the area of today's Piazza Oberdan. The image captures the building's condition, with weathered walls and the ground floor plastered with advertisements, while the left section appears partially ruined or under demolition. On the street paved with traditional flagstones, pedestrians in period attire and a soldier walk past street lamps, offering a glimpse of daily life in the early 20th century.