Casa Xanxo, Gothic mansion in Perpignan, France
The Casa Xanxo displays Gothic architecture with pointed arches, elaborate facades, and a carved frieze depicting human and animal figures across three floors.
Built in 1504 by merchant Bernat Xanxo, the building served as a residence and trading post before becoming a Masonic lodge from 1794 to 1920.
The mansion houses the Architecture and Heritage Interpretation Center of Perpignan, offering exhibitions about the city's architectural evolution through centuries.
Located at 8 rue de la Main de Fer, the building provides 800 square meters of exhibition space across three levels with free admission to visitors.
The facade features a sculptural frieze representing the seven deadly sins centered around a skull, symbolizing the transition to the afterlife.
Location: Perpignan
Architectural style: Catalan Gothic
Elevation above the sea: 31.9 m
Address: 8, rue de la Main-de-Fer 66000
GPS coordinates: 42.69900,2.89710
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:51
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