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La Glorieta Castle, Sucre

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See the eclectic European-inspired architecture of La Glorieta Castle, the former home of Don Francisco de Argandona and his wife Clotilde. The couple returned from a tour of the Continent and commissioned a castle that combines elements of the designs they saw there. Architect Antonio Camponovo mixed Gothic, Baroque, Rococo, Byzantine, and Manierista in this 19th-century structure. The reddish-pinkish hue of the building lends the place a fairy-tale feel. Note that the decorative interiors are fairly empty of furniture, so you'll need to use your imagination. Stroll the open (if unkempt) grounds, and climb one of the castle's towers for views of the nearby military base. Put La Glorieta Castle and other Sucre attractions into our Sucre travel planner, and watch your holiday take shape.

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La Glorieta Castle reviews

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By mollytheblog

Literally the worst castle I've ever visited. Although some of the architecture is interesting the castle is in a state of disrepair. Rooms are empty, or contain empty exhibit cases. The garden is a..... more

Literally the worst castle I've ever visited. Although some of the architecture is interesting the castle is in a state of disrepair. Rooms are empty, or contain empty exhibit cases. The garden is a..... more »
By Andrew W

The family that lived here were there for a very short period of time. Lots of wealth from silver gave the family sufficient wealth to build and maintain this place. The "Prince" had his tower to...

The family that lived here were there for a very short period of time. Lots of wealth from silver gave the family sufficient wealth to build and maintain this place. The "Prince" had his tower to... more »
By Aly K

Please don't be put off by some of these reviews, it is definitely worth half a day if you can manage it. The No 4 bus takes you straight there from Sucre in about 20 minutes for 15p plus your entry..... more

Please don't be put off by some of these reviews, it is definitely worth half a day if you can manage it. The No 4 bus takes you straight there from Sucre in about 20 minutes for 15p plus your entry..... more »