Palacio Gómez, Parliament building in Ciudad Vieja, Montevideo, Uruguay.
Description
Palacio Gómez is a parliament building at the corner of 25 de Mayo street in the old city, displaying three stories with marble balustrades and artistic iron railings. The structure combines different architectural styles and serves today as the seat of the legislative assembly.
History
The building was constructed in 1875 as a private residence for businessman Francisco Gómez, but was transferred to state ownership just 13 years later. This conversion to parliamentary use marked a turning point in the country's political history.
Culture
The palace functions as the seat of Uruguay's legislative assembly and shapes urban life in the old city through its ongoing political activity. Its architecture and courtyard reflect the importance of this place for the country's democratic institutions.
Practical
The building can be visited during business hours, with visitors able to observe chamber sessions from designated viewing areas. Its central location in the old city makes it easily accessible, and standard mobility is required to navigate the stairs.
Did you know?
A large glass skylight illuminates the central courtyard across all three levels, creating a bright and open atmosphere at the heart of the building. Surprisingly, renovations uncovered remnants of Turkish baths, pointing to the site's layered past.
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