Palacio de Cristal, A Crystal Palace of Art and Nature

Parque del Retiro
Ducks live by the artificial lake
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Architecture

Introduction

The Crystal Palace, built in 1887, was primarily constructed to exhibit flora and fauna from the Philippines. This building, which is made primarily of glass and features intricate design, is considered a treasure in the field of architecture.

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Parque del Retiro
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