Royal House of Posts, Neoclassical building in Madrid, Spain.
The Royal House of Posts stands in Madrid with a symmetrical facade, decorative details, and traditional architectural elements that define its governmental character.
Juan Pedro Arnal designed this structure in 1800, initiating a period of infrastructure development for postal services across Spain during the Napoleonic era.
The Royal House of Posts represents Spanish architectural evolution through its Neoclassical style, featuring columns and proportional design elements common in government buildings.
Located in central Madrid, the structure remains under governmental administration and continues to serve administrative functions for the Community of Madrid.
The building's position and design made it a central point for Spanish postal communications, controlling message distribution throughout the nineteenth century.
Location: Madrid
Inception: 1800
Architects: Juan Pedro Arnal
Architectural style: Neoclassical architecture
GPS coordinates: 40.41586,-3.70413
Latest update: March 13, 2025 17:27
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