Castillo Pittamiglio
This modern structure imitating a castle appears significantly different depending on where you stand. Pittamiglio Castle is only a reddish-brown castle tower from the street, with a large reproduction of the Winged Victory of Samothrace sculpture seated on the bow of a half ship hanging from the tower. Modern residential buildings flank the entryway. Once inside, the castle has twenty-three towers and fifty-four rooms, as well as a number of weird architectural characteristics, such as impossibly tight corridors, doors that lead nowhere, and oddly shaped rooms.
A museum, a restaurant, and an exhibition space are currently housed inside what was formerly architect Humberto Pittamiglio's home, which he bequeathed to a friend in his will with the stipulation that it be restored to him "when he came back." While the structure itself is intriguing, there are also fascinating traditions associated with it, ranging from allegations of alchemy and being a hiding spot for the Holy Grail to stories about the architect being involved in witchcraft and demonic rites. Guided tours of the building are an excellent way to learn more about all of these amazing aspects while also gaining access to all of the rooms.
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Address: Rbla. Mahatma Gandhi 633, 11300 Montevideo, Departamento de Montevideo, Uruguay
Phone: +598 96 205 734
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