The Palacio del Licenciado Butrón is a hidden gem in Valladolid, Spain. Built between 1565 and 1572, it was originally the property of Francisco Butrón, a renowned lawyer, and his wife María de Rojas. Juan de la Lastra constructed the palace following a project by Francisco de Salamanca. The palace has been the seat of the Archivo General de Castilla y León since 2002.
Over the centuries, the palace has undergone numerous transformations. In 1637, the convent of Santa Brígida moved into the palace, eventually leading to its Bien de Interés Cultural (BIC) status in 1991.
The most alluring feature of the palace is the Renaissance courtyard inside, a maze of history with three floors adorned with archways, jonic columns, and decorative balustrades. The courtyard's upper part is embellished with relieves and two tondos featuring sculptures.
Around the main entrance, there are round holes interspersed with windows, some of which have yester sculptures. The entrance hall leads to the courtyard, with a wooden ceiling and plaster frieze.
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Written by Nik Frost
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