Sônia Cabral Palace, Historic palace in downtown Vitória, Brazil.
The Sônia Cabral Palace showcases eclectic architectural style with ornamental details and classical elements designed by architect André Carloni in the early twentieth century.
The Church of Our Lady of Mercy, built in 1606, stood on this site until it was demolished under governor Jerônimo Monteiro. Construction of the palace began in 1910 to a design by Italian architect André Carloni, and it opened in 1912 as the seat of the Espírito Santo Legislative Assembly, initially named Domingos Martins. The assembly moved out in 2000, and on 22 June 2016 the building reopened as a cultural center.
Named after pianist and founder of the Espírito Santo Philharmonic Orchestra, the palace now serves as a cultural center hosting artistic presentations and community events throughout the year.
Located in Vitória's historic center near the Metropolitan Cathedral, the palace is accessible by public transportation and offers free admission to most cultural activities and exhibitions.
This heritage site represents one of the few examples of eclectic architecture in Espírito Santo, combining traditional and modern elements from the early republican period in Brazil.
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