Doorways of Casa de Colón, Las Palmas, Gran Canaria
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N 28° 06.069 W 015° 24.851
28R E 459314 N 3108476
The Casa de Colón is one of Las Palmas most attractive buildings with ornate doorways.
Waymark Code: WMF060
Location: Islas Canarias, Spain
Date Posted: 07/31/2012
Views: 16
This palace was the residence of the first governors of the island and it is claimed that Christopher Columbus stayed there in 1492 while one of his ships was repaired, hence the name Casa de Colón (Columbus House).
The building was rebuilt in 1777 and since 1952 has housed a museum, a library and study centre. Here you’ll find multi-lingual exhibits that explain the connection between the Canary Islands, Columbus and his great voyages that led him to discover and establish trading links with the new world.
Free admission.
Type of material of the door: Wood
Functional door?: Yes
Location of this door/way: On public property
Is it accessable only by paid admission": No
Style: Other
Address or physical location:
Calle Colón, 1
35001 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, España
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