House of the Dragons

The House of the Dragons occupies a corner location at the intersection of Paseo de Camoens and Calle Millán Astray with a mix of architectural styles spread across three floors and detailed stonework. The facade has undergone changes through renovations over the decades, with modern materials replacing original surfaces.

The building was designed around 1900 by architect José María Manuel Cortina Pérez for a local civic leader. It later served different purposes during the 20th century and was embellished with elaborate dragon sculptures early in that period.

The building contained the Casino Africano and later became the headquarters for the Spanish Falange party following the 1936 revolution.

The building sits at a central street corner that is easy to reach on foot. The surrounding area provides multiple approach options and is surrounded by local shops and services.

The distinctive dragons adorning the roof were replaced in 2006 with modern fiberglass versions that are considerably lighter than the original bronze sculptures from the early 1900s. These contemporary figures give the building its recognizable appearance and remain visible from street level.

Location: Ceuta

Inception: 1905

Architects: José María Manuel Cortina Pérez

Architectural style: eclectic architecture

Floors above the ground: 3

Elevators: 0

Address: Calle Millan Astray, 1

GPS coordinates: 35.88750,-5.30889

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:27