Torrens Building, Government building in Victoria Square, Adelaide, Australia
The Torrens Building stands at the intersection of Victoria Square and Wakefield Street, featuring Italian Renaissance and Palladian architectural elements throughout its structure.
The building, completed in 1881, initially served as New Government Offices and later housed multiple departments including the Lands Titles Office and Engineering Department.
The structure represents South Australian architectural excellence through its detailed stonework, symmetrical design, and incorporation of classical European building traditions.
The building underwent extensive renovations from 1993 to 1997, transforming from government offices into educational facilities for international universities and community organizations.
A commemorative plaque from 1958 marks the building's connection to the Torrens title system, a land registration method developed in South Australia.
Location: Adelaide
Inception: April 8, 1881
GPS coordinates: -34.92837,138.60088
Latest update: March 2, 2025 20:34
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