San José palace, National historical monument in Entre Ríos, Argentina
San José Palace is a residence in Entre Ríos comprising approximately 38 rooms organized around two courtyards with twin observation towers on its Italian façade. The interiors feature French mirrors, Italian marble floors, and gold-leaf ceilings that reflect 19th-century design choices.
President Justo José de Urquiza commissioned architect Pedro Fossati to build this residence starting in 1848, with construction extending into the following decade. The property later became the location of Urquiza's death and eventually received status as a national historical monument.
The property sits approximately 23 kilometers from Concepción del Uruguay and now operates as a museum. Visitors can see original furnishings and personal belongings from the Urquiza family collection on display throughout.
The palace housed Argentina's first modern water infrastructure system, with pipes carrying water from the Gualeguaychu River across several kilometers. This engineering achievement was remarkable for its era and demonstrated advanced planning in what was otherwise a developing frontier region.
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