Casa de la Corregidora, Baroque building in Santiago de Querétaro, Mexico.
Casa de la Corregidora is a Baroque building in central Santiago de Querétaro with a symmetrical stone facade and large balconies overlooking the plaza. The interior revolves around a central courtyard and grand staircase that connect the rooms across multiple floors.
The building was constructed in the 18th century as a residence for Spanish colonial officials administering the region. It survived through Mexico's independence period and was later converted into an administrative center for local government.
The building is named after a woman who played a significant role during colonial times. Today it hosts art exhibitions and community events that transform it into a gathering space for the city.
The building is open to visitors from Tuesday through Sunday with information signs in Spanish and English. It is easily accessible from the main plaza and offers ground-floor access for those with mobility needs.
The original stone staircases inside reveal the hand-carved techniques used by colonial craftsmen centuries ago. These details are rare survivors showing how builders worked during that era.
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