Palacio Santos, Cultural heritage monument in Montevideo, Uruguay
The Palacio Santos exhibits classical architecture with ornate details, marble elements, and two interior courtyards illuminated through glass skylights at its location on Avenida 18 de Julio.
Built in 1884 by architect Ezequiel Bergese, the palace served as the personal residence of President Maximo Santos before becoming the headquarters of the Executive Power from 1931 to 1934.
The building contains the Ceremonial Hall with historical furniture and the Florentine Hall, which features restored wall murals discovered in 1997 after being hidden for ninety years.
The Ministry of Foreign Relations of Uruguay currently occupies the palace, offering guided tours where visitors can explore the architectural and historical elements of the building.
Archaeological excavations in 1970 revealed evidence of an underground tunnel system connecting the palace to other buildings, a common feature in structures of that period.
Location: Montevideo
Inception: 1884
Architects: Ezequiel Bergese
Architectural style: classicism
GPS coordinates: -34.90562,-56.19005
Latest update: March 6, 2025 12:40
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