Solar dos Câmara, Palace in Porto Alegre, Brazil
Description
Solar dos Câmara is a mansion in neoclassical style that displays grand rooms with elaborate decorations and carefully designed ceiling and wall details. Inside, you find elegant furniture and ornaments that preserve the feel of an upper-class residence.
History
The building was created between 1818 and 1824 as the residence of José Feliciano Fernandes Pinheiro, the first president of São Pedro do Rio Grande do Sul Province. It stands among the oldest surviving homes from that period in the city.
Culture
The mansion takes its name from a prominent local family and demonstrates how wealthy residents lived in the city during the 18th century. The rooms and their furnishings tell of the daily habits and tastes of this social class.
Practical
Visiting happens through guided tours that give access to the different rooms and their features. It is worth checking the opening times in advance, as these can vary by season.
Did you know?
In 1874, the mansion received extensive interior renovation that added velvet upholstery, chandeliers, carpets, and crystal elements. These pieces still shape how the rooms look today.
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