Castillo Azul, Legislative building in San José, Costa Rica
The Castillo Azul stands as a two-story structure with neocolonial and Mediterranean architectural elements, featuring arches, balustrades, and columns along Ricardo Jiménez Oreamuno Boulevard.
Built in 1911 by Andreoli e Induni engineers for Republican Party leader Máximo Fernández Alvarado, the building later served as both the Presidential House and United States Embassy.
The building contains six grand halls with Italian granite floors inside and Andalusian mosaics outside, reflecting the European architectural influences of early 20th century Costa Rica.
The Castillo Azul now functions as one of four buildings belonging to Costa Rica's Legislative Assembly, housing the congress presidency offices between Central Avenue and 17th Street.
During a 1932 military rebellion, a stray bullet struck and demolished the building's blue tower while it served as the United States Embassy.
Location: San José
Floors above the ground: 2
GPS coordinates: 9.93333,-84.07111
Latest update: March 15, 2025 14:04
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