Quito

Palace of Government

The building is located on Independence Square in the historic city center, Garc a Moreno st. and Chile rd.

Description:

The Palace of the Government was built at the turn of the XVIII and XIX centuries and has been the seat of the government of the country for more than 300 years. The building is a monument of Renaissance architecture and, together with the square ensemble, is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.

The palace building is an architectural masterpiece with rich exterior and interior decoration. The facade of the building is decorated with a colonnade, forged balcony grilles, a clock and a bell. The interior of the palace is decorated no less richly - the floor is decorated with parquet and carpets, on the walls you can see works of art of famous masters, and the rooms are illuminated with huge chandeliers. Entrance for visitors is allowed from 9.00 to 12.00 and from 15.00 to 17.00.

 

 

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