Bar y Almacén del Hacha, Colonial bar in Ciudad Vieja, Uruguay.
Located at the intersection of Buenos Aires and Maciel streets, Bar y Almacén del Hacha features 60-centimeter-thick walls and an original pulpería grating system.
The establishment dates back to 1730 and received its current name in 1794 following an incident where an Italian sailor killed an employee with an ax.
The bar served as a meeting point for various communities, including Creoles, Italians, Sephardic Jews, and African descendants, shaping the neighborhood's multicultural character.
The building maintains its status as a historical monument, requiring preservation of its facade and original architectural elements for any future modifications.
In 2004, the Uruguayan Postal Service released 15,000 commemorative stamps featuring Almacén del Hacha, recognizing its significance in national heritage.
Location: Montevideo
Inception: 1730
GPS coordinates: -34.91038,-56.21030
Latest update: March 7, 2025 06:15
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