Palacio do Raio
Palacio do Raio
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4.5
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IndySig
Indianapolis, IN4,119 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
The design and the colours of this building are simply amazing. The work that was put into it to match the tiles, doors, windows and railings is just perfect. There isn't much inside, but you must walk by to see the braga design work.
Written 17 March 2020
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hans-jaguar
Santa Comba Dao, Portugal23,944 contributions
Oct 2021
Palácio do Raio, who is also referred as “Casa do Mexicano”, is located in the Rua do Raio, no. 400, in the parish of São José de São Lázaro. It is one of the most notable buildings of civil architecture in the city, in the Baroque style of João. as a whole, giving priority to the most unprotected and promoting quality of life, assuming the commitment to support the most disadvantaged in the practice of the 14 Works of Mercy.
Written 1 November 2021
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Dimitris L
Sydney, Australia50,924 contributions
Oct 2018 • Couples
Palacio do Raio is an 18th century Baroque style building. It's a lovely residence, fit for anyone who could afford it! It is an example of the opulent past. The most striking feature is the facade which is covered in blue azulejo tiles. Absolutely fantastic! The balcony, too, is a great feature. Inside there is a beautiful staircase and the granite floors are striking. There are a few artworks and other objects inside, but no furniture or other furnishings, which is a pity. The whole building is built from fine-grained granite and you can't help admiring the fine work that has gone into all of this. However the outside of the building is probably worth admiring much more than the interior. Worth visiting if you are nearby.
Written 11 April 2019
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Carlos Santos
Braga, Portugal33 contributions
July 2015 • Solo
With a beautiful and richly decorated facade is a must visit of Braga. Soon will open the Museum of the Misericórdia de Braga, and finally we can visit the interior of this spectacular baroque/rocaille palace.
Written 31 August 2015
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letsdrinkwine
Cambridge, UK140 contributions
July 2022
It is a baroque building very close to the city centre, with a beautiful facade. Not much more to be said about it though
Written 8 June 2023
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Ron S
New York City, NY5,751 contributions
Dec 2022
It's a beautiful edifice and pictures don't do it justice. Besides it's pretty difficult to catch a moment without a car or pedestrian spoiling the view.
Written 14 January 2023
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bas t
Brussels, Belgium1,998 contributions
Nov 2022
this is more about taking photos than the building its ok just for 5 minutes as its close to other attractions
Written 19 November 2022
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Madalyn H
Huddersfield, UK1,854 contributions
Sept 2021
An interesting and attractive building. Whilst we had not originally expected to enjoy the interior exhibitions these did help put some of the history of the city into perspective. Well labelled - with English captions.
Written 7 October 2021
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Antoine Pan
938 contributions
Oct 2019
Palacio do Raio has a beautiful outside, but nothing special inside and it costs 2 Euros. Not recommend for paying for the visit
Written 11 October 2019
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MC M
Sydney, Australia786 contributions
June 2017 • Friends
Otherwise known as The House of the Mexican, built in 1754-55 is stunningly beautiful in its purple glory.
It is cited that this main door and balcony are the finest examples of BRAGA civil architecture.
Easily accessible on a through traffic side street!
Vicki
Sydney
Australia
It is cited that this main door and balcony are the finest examples of BRAGA civil architecture.
Easily accessible on a through traffic side street!
Vicki
Sydney
Australia
Written 4 June 2017
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