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Palácio da Bolsa
A designated UNESCO World Heritage Site, Palácio da Bolsa is located in the Infante D.
Henrique Square in the center of Porto. It was built in the 19
th
century by Porto's Commercial
Association and features a neoclassical design by several artists. Classified as a national
monument, it took three generations of artists and craftsmen to complete.
While the inside could be mistaken for a royal palace, it was originally built as a national
stock exchange to impress European investors. Inside, visitors will find a spectacular glass
dome in the center covering the Hall of Nations, an elaborate staircase, numerous paintings and
waiting room, as well as some very elegant décor. The palace regularly hosts debates,
auctions, exhibitions, shows, and business meetings.
