Centro Cultural Metropolitano, Cultural center in historic district, Quito, Ecuador.
The Centro Cultural Metropolitano is a cultural center housed in a 17th century colonial building with multiple floors and diverse spaces. The structure contains exhibition galleries, a library, performance halls, and areas dedicated to workshops and cultural programming.
The building was constructed in 1622 and served initially as a royal residence before becoming a university and later a prison. In 1997 it was converted into a cultural center to serve the artistic and educational needs of the public.
The center hosts regular art exhibitions, theater performances, and workshops that showcase contemporary Ecuadorian artistic expressions. Visitors can experience local creative work that reflects the cultural life of the city today.
The center is located near public transportation stops and is walkable from other historic sites in the district. A digital events calendar provides information about current exhibitions and performances, and guided tours are available in multiple languages.
The building retains prison cells from the era when political prisoners were held there during the independence movement. These rooms are now accessible to visitors and serve as a reminder of this turbulent chapter in local history.
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