Architecture

The trilithon structure was 13.7 meters wide, and its open end faced the northeast.

The structure was designed by the architect Jean Chalgrin and the sculptures were made by François Rude.

The palace was equipped with some of the latest technological innovations of the late 19th century.

Near the northeast corner of Spanish Square is the church of the Order of the Resurrectionists - the Congregation of the Resurrection of Our Lord Jesus Christ.

L’Enfant’s plan was only partially executed due to the shortage of materials and labor.

The present name most likely comes from the statue of Colossus of Nero—an enormous sculpture erected at Nero’s request, that stood nearby to the site where the Colosseum was built.

There are two open to the public observation decks in the building.

The construction of architectural icons and the revitalization of Bilbao have brought great financial and social success.

Traditionally, the Forbidden City is divided into two parts.

Today, the towers of the bridge house a museum that tells the story of the bridge over the years.