Casa Popenoe, Colonial mansion in Antigua Guatemala, Guatemala
Description
Casa Popenoe is a colonial mansion in Antigua Guatemala featuring traditional Spanish colonial architecture with two central courtyards, thick stone walls, wooden beams, and decorative mixed-line arches. The building spreads across multiple levels with rooms organized around these inner courts.
History
The house was built in 1762 and sits on land that originally belonged to a priest in the 1650s. Over time it passed through different owners who adapted it to its present form.
Culture
The house operates today as a hub for academic activities, hosting monthly lectures and rotating exhibitions focused on colonial architecture and cultural heritage. Visitors can engage directly with how this building style shaped the city.
Practical
Visits require advance reservations, and there are rules about group size and entry conditions. It is wise to check current requirements before planning your visit.
Did you know?
The residence contains an orchidarium from the 1940s housing orchid species that are integrated within the garden's layout. This botanical collection reflects the inhabitants' interest in local plant life.
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