Palace of the Borgias
Historic site in Valencia
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The Palace of Benicarló (officially and in Valencian, Palau de Benicarló, also commonly known as Palau de les Corts Valencianes or Palau dels Borja) is an aristocratic palace of Valencian Gothic and Renaissance styles located in the city of Valencia, Spain. It is now the headquarters of the Valencian Parliament.
LocationValencia
Built15th century
BuiltforHouse of Borgia
Architectural styles
Valencian Gothic and Renaissance| Palace of Benicarló | |
|---|---|
| Palau de les Corts Valencianes, Palau de Benicarló, Palau dels Borja (Catalan) | |
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 Interactive map of Palace of Benicarló | |
| Location | Valencia |
| History | |
| Built | 15th century |
| Built for | House of Borgia |
| Site notes | |
Architectural styles | Valencian Gothic and Renaissance |
Official name | Palau de les Corts Valencianes |
| Type | Non-movable |
| Criteria | Monument |
| Designated | 1931 |
The palace was constructed in the 15th century to be the residence of the Borgia family in the capital of the Kingdom of Valencia. The current name honours Joan Pérez de Sanmillán, the Marquis of Benicarló, a Valencian coastal town.
See also
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External links
Wikimedia Commons has media related to Palau de Benicarló.
- Official website of the Valencian Parliament (in English and Spanish)