Castillo de Piria, Renaissance house in Piriápolis, Uruguay.
The castle-like residence stands at the heart of Piriápolis with Renaissance architectural elements, featuring grand windows and ornate stone decorations throughout its structure.
Francisco Piria commissioned the construction of this residence in 1897 after his second marriage, marking the beginning of Piriápolis development as a tourist destination.
The house represents the influence of European architecture in Uruguay, reflecting the aspirations of Italian immigrants who settled in the Rio de la Plata region.
Located at coordinates -34.828686, -55.251675, the building now functions as a museum managed by the Municipality of Maldonado since 1980.
The residence initiated the transformation of an empty coastline into a thriving beach resort town, fundamentally altering the region's economic trajectory.
Location: Piriápolis
Inception: 1897
Architectural style: Renaissance
GPS coordinates: -34.82869,-55.25167
Latest update: March 10, 2025 15:46
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