Palacio Falabella, Manor house in Providencia, Chile.
Description
Palacio Falabella is a manor house in Providencia spanning three floors with a basement, decorated with Florentine mosaics and white marble throughout. The structure features an entrance hall with an oval stained glass window, ornamental wooden details, and includes a upper floor terrace.
History
The palace was built in 1924 by architect Guillermo Mancelli for textile businessman Arnaldo Falabella. It marked a shift from continuous facade designs to standalone residential buildings in the neighborhood.
Culture
The building displays Italian Renaissance elements through its detailed mosaics in the upper window sections. These decorative features reflect the craftsmanship and refined taste that shaped the architectural preferences of early 20th-century Santiago's elite.
Practical
The building sits at Pedro de Valdivia Avenue 963 and now operates as the headquarters of Providencia Municipality. It functions as an administrative center, so visitors should plan visits during normal business hours.
Did you know?
The top floor includes a terrace with views across the neighborhood, providing a retreat above the street. The entrance hall features a French rococo wooden lamp that adds period character to the arrival space.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (Providencia).
Museo Parque de las Esculturas de Providencia
1.5 km
Hospital del Salvador
1.5 km
Santa Maria Tower
1.5 km
Torres de Tajamar
1.3 km
Teatro Nescafé de las Artes
1.1 km
Edificio Corporativo de Televisión Nacional de Chile
1.6 km
Torres Carlos Antúnez
768 m
Teatro Oriente
1.1 km
Campus Lo Contador, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
1.6 km
Iglesia Catolica Apostolica Ortodoxa de la Santisima Virgen Maria
922 m
Plaza a la Aviación, Santiago de Chile
1.4 km
Hotel Sheraton Santiago
1.5 km
Palacio Sermini
1.6 km
Plaza Las Lilas
1.5 km
Military Cathedral of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Santiago
1.4 km
Plaza Pedro de Valdivia
770 m
Museo Histórico Carabineros de Chile
1.2 km
Mercado de Providencia
890 m
Centro Cultural de España
1.3 km
Anglican Church Providencia
1.4 km
Calle Keller
820 m
Población Caja del Seguro Obrero
1.2 km
Parque República del Ecuador
1.5 km
Población William Noon
679 m
Capilla del Instituto de Humanidades Luis Campino
764 m
Entorno del Palacio Falabella
54 m
Mural de Pedro Lira
1.4 km
Sector comprendido entre la calle Emilio Delporte, Avenida Manuel Montt, Avenida Santa Isabel y calle Miguel Claro
1.5 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes