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Almost a century later, in 1870, it was declared a
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declined, the house deteriorated, and by the mid-18th century, it was abandoned and at risk of decay. Originally, the residence had 55 rooms, of which only 22 remain. By 1776, the building had fallen into disrepair and was nearly converted into a
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in 1526, but his widow, María Álvarez de Toledo, remained at the palace until her death in 1549. Three generations of the
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The Alcázar de Colón was built between 1510 and 1514. In 1509, Columbus himself became governor and viceroy of the colony. The palace was constructed following the design of an existing structure in
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colonial period, the mansion played a significant role in history, serving as the base for planning many expeditions of conquest and exploration. In 1586, the palace was captured and looted by the
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blocks that once housed some fifty rooms, along with gardens and courtyards. What remains today is about half the size it once was. It was built under
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collection, spanning from the 15th to 17th centuries, is particularly significant and unique in the
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and his forces, who took many valuables. The ownership of the palace was the subject of litigation for nearly two centuries from that year.
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using a portable audio speaker that discusses each room's function is available in various languages.
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