Edificio Banco Continental, Office building in San Isidro, Peru
Edificio Banco Continental is an office building with 19 floors in the financial district of San Isidro that features contemporary architectural design. The structure provides extensive office spaces and houses various corporate facilities.
The building was completed in 1980 and marked the beginning of a period when banking institutions established major operations in this expanding business area. Its completion reflected the growing economic focus of the city in this region.
The building reflects Lima's identity as a financial hub and demonstrates how modern architecture shaped the city's economic expansion. Its presence defines the character of the financial district and shows the importance of San Isidro as a business center.
The building is situated in a location with good access to Lima's main transportation routes and transit connections. Visitors should plan their visit around business hours when the financial district is most active.
A 2012 renovation added a metallic antenna that temporarily made the building the tallest structure in the country. This antenna significantly changed the building's profile and its appearance on the city skyline.
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