Palacio de Gobierno

Cienfuegos


Most of Parque José Martí's south side is dominated by this grandiose, silvery-gray building where the provincial government (Poder Popular Provincial) operates. The palace doesn't allow visitors, but you can steal a look at the palatial main staircase through the front door. It's in wonderful condition. From the outside the giant dome and thick frontal columns are magnificent, even by Cienfuegos standards.


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