Count of Arcos Palace, Colonial palace in Goiás, Brazil.
Count of Arcos Palace in Goiás combines four former houses into a single building featuring neoclassical design, including a triangular pediment and pilasters framing the main entrance. Inside, it displays collections spanning three centuries of coins, decorative arts, furniture, and weapons.
The building began as the government seat of Marcos de Noronha, the first governor of Goiás, starting in 1749. Over time it evolved from an administrative center into a place reflecting different periods of Portuguese rule in Brazil.
The palace remains a focal point in the city and speaks to how people lived during the colonial period. Walking through it shows what mattered to governors and their families across different eras.
The museum welcomes visitors year-round, though it closes temporarily in July when it serves as a government seat during the city anniversary celebrations. It helps to check hours if you plan to visit during that period.
The building's balcony windows remain in their original arrangement from the early 1800s, documented in historical drawings by artist Burchell. This detail offers a rare glimpse into how architectural choices reflected daily life in that era.
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