The architecture of Santiago, Chile, can be traced in the various historical buildings of the place. Colonial style of architecture can be seen in many of the buildings in the city. There are many renowned museums, parks and squares in Santiago that form a major portion of Santiago architecture.
The neo-classical style of Santiago architecture is visible in the Palace of the Mint or the Palacio de la Moneda. It is the seat of the government of Chile. One can also take a closer look of the architecture of Santiago, Chile at the 1785 Cathedral of the place known as the Metropolitan Cathedral. The exquisite architecture is worth seeing. The Red House, constructed in 1769, has been transformed into a museum and is frequented by a large number of visitors on a regular basis. The ambience of the Art Museum in Santiago, Chile, is a conglomeration of modern as well as classical architecture styles.
Apart from these, there are many more architectural structures in Santiago, Chile, that allure tourists from around the globe. Some of these structures are as follows:
- Casa Colorada or Colored House: This is also an ancient structure, which has rich rose-colored walls and hence the name of the structure. Santiago Museum is also located in the premises of the Colored House.
- Museo Casa La Chascona: This structure was destroyed by the orders of General Pinochet,
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but has been renovated. It is presently used as a place, where the possessions of the renowned poet Pablo Neruda are stored. Art lovers often frequent the place.
- Museo Historico Nacional: This is the National History Museum and has rich collections of artifacts related to Chile, its native people, culture, struggle for independence and various other aspects.
- Palacio de Bellas Artes or the Palace of Fine-Arts: One of the finest art museums in Chile, the Palace of Fine Arts houses some of the best collections of sculptures and paintings of the country. Art exhibitions are also hosted in this museum.
- Arms Square or Plaza de Armas: The place is a cultural hub in Santiago. Encompassed by many grand buildings and structures, this square is a place where people come to spend a relaxing evening.
- Iglesia de San Francisco or Church of St Francis: The main attraction of this beautiful church is that it has a fantastic Franciscan monastery in close vicinity.
- The Chilean Museum of Pre-Colombian Art: The grand museum is situated in an ancient colonial building, Royal Customs House. The museum houses articles and artifacts that belonged to the pre-Hispanic civilizations in Latin America. A deep study of the various articles on display in the museum provides information on the lost civilizations and cultures of the country.
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