Experts' Choice Award Ex Congreso Nacional
What the experts agree on
This French neoclassical palace with soaring Corinthian pillars and manicured gardens hosted Chile's Congress before Pinochet moved it to Valparaíso. Its grand architecture reflects Chile's democratic history.
Fodor's "...[T]his palatial neoclassical building became the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for a time but was returned to the Senate for meetings after the Ministry moved to the former Hotel Carrera..." Full review
Frommer's "Before ex-dictator Pinochet seized power and moved the National Congress to Valparaíso, Congress met inside [this] handsome, French neoclassical edifice, with Corinthian pillars and lush gardens..." Full review
