Palau Arquebisbal de València, Archbishop's palace in La Seu, Valencia, Spain
Palau Arquebisbal de València is an archbishop's residence next to Valencia Cathedral featuring pink brick facades over stone bases and molded balconies. The building displays a central section with stone railings and includes a distinctive corner tower with semicircular openings on each side.
The building originated from properties sold by King James I of Aragon in the 13th century, positioned across from where Valencia Cathedral would later stand. Over time the structure was expanded and modified to serve the growing administrative needs of the archdiocese.
The palace interior contains notable spaces including the Waiting Room, Audience Hall, Throne Room, and private Oratory for ecclesiastical functions.
The palace sits on Palau Street adjacent to the cathedral square and operates as an active residence and administrative center with limited public access. Visitors should understand this is a functioning ecclesiastical building and viewing may be restricted to specific times or require special permission.
A rectangular corner tower with semicircular openings on every side stands out prominently and is crowned by a sculpture of the Guardian Angel atop a Corinthian column. This architectural feature has an almost fortified appearance that distinguishes the building from other palaces in the city.
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