Palace of the Inquisition (Cartagena, Colombia)
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The Palace of the Inquisition, also known as the Inquisition Palace, (Spanish: Palacio de la Inquisición, Spanish pronunciation: [paˈlasjo ðe lajŋkisiˈsjon]) is an eighteenth-century the seat of the Holy Office of the Inquisition in Cartagena, now in modern Colombia. Completed in 1770,[1] it currently serves as a museum showcasing historical artifacts. Among the many historical artifacts, the museum displays torture equipment used on victims during the inquisition. These items were removed from display in 2015 prior to visits to Colombia by Pope Francis. They have since partially returned and are again on display. The museum has been described as "one of the finer buildings" in Cartagena.[2] Cited as one of Cartagena's "best examples of late colonial, civil architecture", it faces the Parque de Bolívar.[3]
Palace of the Inquisition | |
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Palacio de la Inquisición | |
Alternative names | Inquisition Palace |
General information | |
Architectural style | Spanish Colonial, Baroque |
Location | Cartagena, Colombia |
Town or city | Cartagena |
Country | Colombia |
Coordinates | 10°25′22.47″N 75°33′4.88″W |
Construction started | 1610 |
Completed | 1770 |
Owner | Colombian government |
Technical details | |
Floor count | 2 |