Castillo del Moro, Historic manor in Barrio Amón, San José, Costa Rica.
The Castillo del Moro stands as a two-story structure with a bronze-domed tower and features Moorish decorations throughout its exterior walls and windows.
Built in 1930 by Spanish owner Anastasio Herrero Vitoria, the building later served as the residence of Archbishop Carlos Humberto Rodríguez Quirós from 1960 to 1978.
The interior walls display one thousand tiles depicting scenes from Don Quixote by Miguel de Cervantes, alongside reproductions of Francisco Goya paintings.
Located in the El Carmen district, this private residence covers 272 square meters and maintains its original architectural features under heritage protection since 2000.
The central courtyard functions as a dining area surrounded by columns and arches, with a fountain placed at its center.
Location: San José
Floors above the ground: 2
GPS coordinates: 9.93917,-84.07694
Latest update: March 5, 2025 22:57
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