Palacio de Pimentel facts for kids
The Palacio de Pimentel (Pimentel Palace) is a beautiful old building in the city of Valladolid, Spain. It stands proudly in the Plaza de San Pablo, surrounded by other important buildings. Today, this historic palace is the main office for the local government of Valladolid province. This government group is called the Diputación de Valladolid.
The palace is also known as the Palacio de los Condes de Ribadavia. It was built in the 15th century, which means the 1400s. The building shows off the Renaissance style of architecture. This style was popular in Europe for its grand and balanced designs. A very important person was born here: King Philip II of Spain. He was a powerful ruler of Spain in the 1500s.
The Palace Today: A Center for Local Government
From 1985 to 1990, the Pimentel Palace went through a big restoration. This means it was carefully repaired and updated. The goal was to make it suitable for its new role. Now, it serves as offices for the local government. It also has a special area for public exhibitions. People can visit and see parts of this historic building.
A Protected Spanish Treasure
The Palacio de Pimentel is a very important building in Spain. It is listed in the Spanish heritage register as a "Bien de Interés Cultural." This means it is a protected monument. The government of Castile and León also works to keep it safe. This protection ensures that the palace's history and beauty will last for many years.
