Torre CFN, Office building in La Mariscal, Quito, Ecuador
Torre CFN is a modern 23-story office tower made of dark glass and concrete near Avenida Patria. The rectangular structure rises about 86 meters and houses various government offices within its floors.
The building was constructed in 1981 during Ecuador's oil boom, a time of economic prosperity. This growth enabled ambitious building projects and permanently changed the capital's appearance.
The building shows how Quito's architecture modernized and adopted western design trends during the 1980s. It shaped the city's look and reflects how Latin American capitals transformed their skylines back then.
The building sits at the corner of Avenida Patria and Reina Victoria, easy to find in the business district. Visitors can admire the architecture from outside, though access to the interior is limited.
The building houses the headquarters of Ecuador's State Attorney General in its upper floors. This presence made the location a key administrative hub beyond its architectural importance.
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