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Biscay Foral Delegation Palace, Provincial government palace in Abando, Bilbao, Spain.

Located at 25 Gran Via, the Biscay Foral Delegation Palace features a rectangular structure with advanced body entrance, balcony, and decorative coat of arms.

The palace, designed by architect Luis Aladrén Mendivil, opened on July 31, 1900, during a period of significant modernization in Bilbao.

The Throne Room displays two notable murals by José Echenaguisa depicting important scenes from Basque history, including the Swearing of the Foros.

The palace functions as the executive branch headquarters of the Government of Biscay, while legislative assembly meetings occur in Gernika.

The interior contains special jars given by Eugenia de Montijo, Napoleon III's wife, alongside diamond-knit chair cushions and extensive artistic collections.

Location: Bilbao

Architects: Luis Aladrén

Official opening: July 31, 1900

Architectural style: eclectic architecture

GPS coordinates: 43.26194,-2.93194

Latest update: March 15, 2025 04:49

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