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Palacio Torre Tagle

Palacio Torre Tagle

"Mansion built at the end of the XVII century by José B. Tagle, jewel of the colonial architecture, with prevalence of the Baroque style and Mudejar influence. Its front of carved stone and two beautiful balconies carved in wood, the most beautiful in Lima, in their interior a magnificent sevillian Churrigueresque style patio. On the second floor, the Sala de los Tratados (Treaties Room) is particularly interesting. The main hall is furnished with 18th century pieces. It was acquired by the State, and it is the headquarters of the Ministry of External Relationships."
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