Palacio Taranco

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Palacio Taranco, French-style palace in Ciudad Vieja, Uruguay

The Palacio Taranco features three floors with marble colonnades, oak flooring, and detailed architectural elements throughout its grand interior spaces.

French architects Charles Louis Girault and Jules Chifflot Leon designed this residence in 1907 for the wealthy Ortiz de Taranco brothers.

The National Museum of Decorative Arts exhibits European paintings from artists like Ribera, Teniers, and Sorolla alongside furniture from the Louis XV period.

Located at 25 de Mayo 376 corner with 1° de Mayo, the palace opens its doors to visitors who want to explore its art collections and period rooms.

The dining room contains seven Aubusson tapestries specifically created for this space, with intricate gold framing that enhances their visual impact.

Location: Montevideo

Inception: 1910

Architects: Charles Girault

Floors above the ground: 3

GPS coordinates: -34.90697,-56.20839

Latest update: May 15, 2025 12:15

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