Palacio Ariztía, Neoclassical palace in Santiago, Chile.
Palacio Ariztía is a palace displaying French neoclassical features seen in symmetrical columns, ornate corridors, and large mirrors along interior walls. The building contains multiple levels with formal rooms and is now occupied by the Universidad Tecnológica Metropolitana.
The building was constructed in the early 1900s as a residence for mining entrepreneur Rafael Ariztía Lyon, with architect Alberto Cruz Montt overseeing its design. It later served as a Military Club from 1943 to 1976 before taking on different uses.
The central hall displays classical architectural details with multiple columns and decorated stained glass windows that filter light in distinctive ways. These features reflect the tastes that wealthy Santiago families favored in the early 1900s.
The building is located on Avenida Libertador Bernardo O'Higgins in the Barrio República neighborhood and is easily accessible by public transportation. Visitors should note that the interior is used by a university and may not always be open for visits.
The structure stands as one of the final large aristocratic residences built in Chile during this period and represents a fading lifestyle of the mining oligarchy. The facade and interior preserve a design language rarely seen in Santiago today.
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