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Buildings in the Old Square
Some buildings in the surroundings of the Old Square.
La Lonja del Comercio
Open since 1909, the project was designed by the Valencian architect and sculptor Tomás Mur, winner of the contest that, to this end, had been announced since 1903.
Marquis de Aguas Claras' House
El Patio, the residence of the Marquis de Aguas Claras is placed in the Cathedral Square, in the heart of the Old Havana. This nice restaurant is placed in one of the most beautiful mansions of the 18th century, former residence of the Marquis of Aguas Claras.
Lonja del Comercio Building (Comerce Guild)
Open since 1909, the project was designed by the Valencian architect and sculptor Tomás Mur, winner of the contest that, to this end, had been announced since 1903.
Joaquín Gómez House (Florida Hotel)
It was the home of the rich Catalan slave owner Joaquín Gómez. Built in 1836, it opened up as hotel in 1885. It is inspired on the Palacio de los Capitanes Generales.
Conde de Villa Nueva House
In the 19th century, here lived Claudio Martínez de Pinillos, Count of Villa Nueva, well known public figure linked to the country’s economic boom.
Central Railroad Station Building
After the old Army Arsenal was torn down, on the site where it had stood, the Railroad Station was built in 1912.