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Why is La Moneda palace famous?
No place in Santiago has as much historical significance as the Palacio de La Moneda. Now the home of the Chilean Government, the palace was the scene of a violent coup in 1973 that eventually cost the lives of thousands of Chileans.
Where is El Palacio de la Moneda?
Santiago
El Palacio de la Moneda is located between Plaza de la Constitución and Plaza de la Libertad in the center of Santiago. The building was designed by the Italian architect Joaquin Toesca and inaugurated in 1805.
What is a nickname for Santiago?
“Santi” or “San” are the nicknames for Santiago, although “Sandy” is sometimes used in English-speaking countries.
Where is the La Moneda Palace in Santiago Chile?
La Moneda Palace. It occupies an entire block in downtown Santiago, in the area known as Civic District between Moneda (North Side), Morandé (East), Alameda del Libertador Bernardo O’Higgins (South) and Teatinos street (West).
Who was president when La Moneda Palace was built?
In June, 1845 during president Manuel Bulnes ‘s administration, the palace became the seat of government and presidential residence. In 1930, a public square—named Plaza de la Constitución (“Constitution Square”)—was built in front of the palace. After the presidency of Gabriel González Videla it ceased to serve as a presidential residence.
Where is the Plaza de la Ciudadania in Chile?
Plaza de la Ciudadanía. To celebrate the bicentenary of Chile’s independence in 2010, a new public square called the Plaza de la Ciudadanía (‘’Citizenry Square’’ in Spanish) was constructed on the south side of the palace stretching down to the Avenida Libertador General Bernardo O’Higgins or “Alameda”.
Who is the designer of Plaza de la Ciudadania?
Designed by Undurraga Devés Arquitectos, the Plaza de la Ciudadanía has been called “one of the most important public works in the last century” by Chile’s Plataforma Arquitectura website.