San Salvador, El Salvador — Central America (West Coast)
The National Palace of El Salvador
El Palacio Nacional de El Salvador
Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, May 19, 2016
1. The National Palace of El Salvador Marker
The inscription is at the base of two statues outside the entrance to the National Palace. They are difficult to see directly because of a protective ironwork fence.
Este Palacio Nacional se principió el año de 1904 y se terminó el año de 1911 durante la administracion del General Don Fernando Figueroa
English translation:
The primitive National Palace was destroyed by a fire on the night of November 19, 1889.
This National Palace was begun in 1904 and was finished in 1911 during the administration of General Fernando Figueroa.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical date for this entry is November 19, 1889.
Location. 13° 41.86′ N, 89° 11.497′ W. Marker is in San Salvador. It is on Avenida Cuscatlán close to 4a Calle Poniente, on the left when traveling south. Touch for map. Touch for directions.
Regionally, it is in North America, specifically in Central America, in Mesoamerica, on the Ring of Fire, in the Pacific Rim, and in the Western Hemisphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain and also a Spanish colony.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Capitán General Gerardo Barrios (within shouting distance of this marker); In Memory of the Murdered Jesuit Priests (within shouting distance of this marker); Farmacia Principal (about 210 meters away, measured in a direct line); Francisco Morazán (about 210 meters away); Central America's First Cry of Independence (about 240 meters away); General José Manuel Arce (approx. 0.2
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Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, May 19, 2016
2. The National Palace of El Salvador Marker
The markers are at the bases of the statues of Queen Isabel I and Christopher Columbus (gifts from Spain) on either side of the entrance to the National Palace.
ca. 1870
3. The Original National Palace of El Salvador
The original National Palace was built between 1866 and 1870. The first floor was built of stone and the second floor of wood. As the marker mentions, it burned completely in November, 1889.
Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, May 19, 2016
4. The Interior Courtyard of the National Palace of El Salvador
The marker in the foreground describes the inauguration of the "Museum of the Three Powers of the State" (Museo de los Tres Poderes del Estado), i.e. the Executive, Legislative and Judicial branches of government in January, 2009 under President Saca. At the time of this photo the Museum did not appear to be operating. The National Palace itself has some historical exhibits throughout the building.
Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, May 19, 2016
5. The "Red Room" (Salón Rojo) of the National Palace of El Salvador
This room is still used for governmental ceremonies and official activities.
Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, May 19, 2016
6. The "Blue Room" (Salón Azul) of the National Palace of El Salvador
This room was the site of El Salvador's Congress during the early part of the 20th century.
Credits. This page was last revised on October 3, 2022. It was originally submitted on June 1, 2016, by J. Makali Bruton of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 1,143 times since then and 69 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on June 1, 2016, by J. Makali Bruton of Washington, District of Columbia. 3, 4, 5, 6. submitted on June 2, 2016, by J. Makali Bruton of Washington, District of Columbia.
