Palacio de Lopez

The Palacio de Lopez is a palace in Asunción, Paraguay, that serves as the presidential residence and the headquarters of the Paraguayan government. This palace, which is located in the heart of Asunción and overlooks the harbor, was built on the direction of Carlos Antonio López to serve as a residence for his son, General Francisco Solano López, hence the name "Palacio de los López". His work began in 1857, under the leadership of Alonso Taylor, an English architect. The resources for the palace came from a variety of sources inside the country, including stones from the quarries of Emboscada and Altos, forests, and odrajes from Ñeembucú and Yaguarón, Tacumb bricks, molten iron pieces from Ybycu, and so on. The structure also includes opulent night lighting.

It is without a doubt one of the most interesting sights in Asuncion. The Government Palace has a Latin American feel to it and is a stunning sight to behold. The ancient center has been unspoiled by the passage of time and boasts lavish night illumination that magnifies its splendor tenfold. It is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Paraguay.

Location: Paraguayo Independiente, Asunción, Paraguay
Entrance fee: N/A
Best time to visit: April- September
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