La Moneda Palace

La Moneda Palace

La Moneda Palace is the presidential palace of Chile. This white building was the largest constructed by the Spanish Empire in the 18th century and one of the most pleasing architectural works of the Spanish American colonial period, featuring a typical neoclassical style. Originally built as the Royal Mint, La Moneda was responsible for minting currency.

La Moneda Palace was begun in 1784 by the Italian architect Joaquin Toesca y Ricci, opened to the public in 1805, and became the office of the Chilean president and some government departments in 1922. It was declared a national historic monument of Chile in 1951. As an immensely historically significant site, La Moneda Palace has witnessed several events that directly impacted Chile’s fate, such as the bombing in 1973 during which it suffered extensive aerial attacks. At the same time, La Moneda also symbolizes the nation's political life. When there are no official state events, the palace is open to visitors free of charge, and visitors can even take photos with the sharply uniformed presidential guards, who are usually happy to accommodate such requests.

La Moneda Palace

Must-visit reason: One of the most pleasing architectural works of the Spanish American colonial period

Continent where the attraction is located: South America【South America】

Country/region where the attraction is located: Chile[Chile]

Province/state where the attraction is located: Santiago Metropolitan Region [Santiago Metropolitan Region]

City where the attraction is located: Santiago [Santiago]