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Palazzo Sándor

Budapest, Italy

Palazzo Sándor

built in 1803-1805, by Michael Pollack and Johann Aman architects, in neo-classical style. The site, on which was built in 1803 has been owned by Vince Earl Alexander. The start of construction is unknown, it is certain that 1805 has been the birthplace of Count Morits Alexander, who later,- in the

1820s, 30s,- was famous like "the devil horse" of Pest Let , one of the "sights". He was one last male member of the Alexander family. On the façade can read 1806, (MDCCCVI), the year of opening. - In 1945 heavily damaged. The renovation in 2002 was conducted on the basis of the original blueprints, which were thankfully recovered in 1983 and the detailed illustrations of contemporary maps. One cartographer, Frank Schams was so captivated by the building at the time that he gave a detailed account of it in his diaries, from the magical flowers of the observatory to the rooms finely decorated with silk and gold. We also know from him that at this time already there was steam heating and running water – considered to be rare at the time - for the convenience of those living here. - If you lucky try to visit!

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