Characterized by an unusual mix of architectural styles, the Chinese house was designed and built in 1799 by G. Venancio Marvuglia according to the taste of the "chinoiseries" turn of the century, on commission of King Ferdinand III of Bourbon, who stayed there for a long time during the forced residence in Sicily.

The sovereign will hosted several friends and among the distinguished guests and admired this building is a must also remember the visit of Admiral Nelson and Lady Hamilton.

The construction combines easily and with a good result the neoclassical columns of the second floor and the medieval flavor of the gothic arches of the ground floor, not to mention a blatant and systematic search for the most peculiar oddities of elements and Chinese motifs, hence the name that distinguishes the building,

Currently the Chinese house holds a collection of prints, furniture and Chinese silks.