Palace of San Boal, Salamanca, Renaissance palace near Calle Toro, Salamanca, Spain
The Palace of San Boal is a Renaissance building situated on its own square in Salamanca, featuring ornate entrances and a central courtyard. The facade displays characteristic stone work with arches and medallions typical of the period.
Built in 1470 together with the neighbouring Palacio de Arias Corvelle, the two originally formed a single palace. They were later separated by the Marquis of Almarza. In 1906 the building was bought by Enrique de Aguilera y Gamboa. Its facade decoration dates from the 17th century.
Today the palace serves as a cultural center hosting international programs that bring people together across different backgrounds. The historic rooms maintain their original character while hosting contemporary exhibitions and events.
The building is located at Plaza de San Boal between Toro and Zamora streets in the city center. Visitors are best served arriving on foot and checking with the nearby tourism office for current visiting times.
The palace was bought in 1906 by Enrique de Aguilera y Gamboa, Marquis of Cerralbo. The part of the building visible today housed the Escuela de Nobles y Bellas Artes de San Eloy, founded in the late 18th century by Salamanca's silversmiths' guild, and later the city's music conservatory. Since 1947 that school has belonged to the Obra Social de Caja Duero.
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