Palacio de Torre Tagle
What the experts agree on
Lima's most pristine colonial mansion showcases an ornate baroque portico and distinctive Moorish-style balconies that exemplify early 18th-century elegance. Now the Foreign Ministry, it rivals any of the city's churches in architectural detail.
“This mansion sums up the graceful style of the early 18th century. Flanked by a pair of elegant balconies, the stone entrance is as expertly carved as that of any of the city's churches.”
– Fodor's
"The most immaculate of Lima’s historic casonas was completed in 1735, with its ornate baroque portico (the best one in Lima) and striking Moorish-style balconies." Full review
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Groups and educational organizations, however, can request a tour in advance via the oficina cultural .
"More distinctive than the touristed Plaza Mayor is the Palacio de Torre Tagle, a former marquis' mansion." Full review
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"Today the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Palacio Torre Tagle is a favourite with picture postcard publishers." Full review