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Archiepiscopal Palace of Alcalá de Henares

Bien de Interés Cultural landmarks in the Community of MadridBuildings and structures in Alcalá de HenaresCatherine of AragonEpiscopal palacesGothic architecture in the Community of Madrid
Mudéjar architecture in the Community of MadridPalaces in the Community of MadridReligious buildings and structures completed in 1209
Palacio Arzobispal de Alcalá de Henares (RPS 12 2 2012) fachada principal
Palacio Arzobispal de Alcalá de Henares (RPS 12 2 2012) fachada principal

The Archiepiscopal Palace of Alcalá de Henares (Spanish: Palacio Arzobispal de Alcalá de Henares) is a palace located in Alcalá de Henares, in the Community of Madrid, Spain. It is now home to the Diocese of Alcalá de Henares. It is located in the Plaza del Palacio and this form part of the monumental set declared World Heritage Site by UNESCO.The building complex dates from 1209. Two thirds were destroyed in a devastating fire in 1939, during the Spanish Civil War. The part of the building which is preserved is what is left intact after the 1939 fire, the damaged parts were not restored.In this building came to reside different Castilian monarchs, were held synods and councils, and in here were born the youngest daughter of the Catholic Monarchs and future queen of England, Catherine of Aragon, and the German Emperor Ferdinand, son of Joanna "the Mad". In addition, it is famous for being the place where the first meeting between the Catholic Monarchs and Christopher Columbus was held.

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Archiepiscopal Palace of Alcalá de Henares
Calle de Santiago, Alcalá de Henares

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Palacio Arzobispal

Calle de Santiago
28801 Alcalá de Henares (Distrito I)
Community of Madrid, Spain
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Palacio Arzobispal de Alcalá de Henares (RPS 12 2 2012) fachada principal
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