Pazo Cornide, Baroque civil building in Old Town, A Coruña, Spain.
Description
Pazo Cornide is a Baroque civil building in the Old Town of A Coruña featuring two floors, vertical windows, stone balconies, and decorative elements. The facade displays characteristic features of 18th-century Spanish Baroque architecture with detailed stonework.
History
The building became property of the Cornide family, where the Galician intellectual José Cornide was born. It represents an important phase of Baroque residential construction for local nobility in the 18th century.
Culture
The building shows the architectural traditions of Galician nobility and uses regional building techniques along with local granite in its design. The facade reflects the construction methods typical for wealthy families in this region.
Practical
The building is located at 25 Damas Street in the Old Town district and is easily accessible on foot during a stroll. The facade can be viewed from the street without needing to enter.
Did you know?
The building changed hands in 1962 through a public auction and was acquired by Carmen Polo. This ownership transfer was a significant event in the local history of the district.
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