

EXPLORING THE WONDERS OF COLONIAL ARCHITECTURE IN MEXICO
Northern Mexico
Central Mexico
Northern Mexico
Central Mexico
Casa del Gigante (House of the Giant)
This beautiful building is also known as the Mansion of the Counts of Monocal. It is located next to the house on Portal Chaparro.
Its name comes from the extraordinary figure of a warrior sculpted in mortar and polychrome on the corridor of the upper floor. The reason for such a monumental sculpture is not known for certain, and it is located between two columns that support the arches adorning the building.
The Baron von Humboldt stayed in this house in the 18th century, and it is still very well preserved today.
Location
Portal de Matamoros, Centro, Pátzcuaro, Mich.
Casa del Gigante (House of the Giant)
DEEP-ROOTED TRADITIONS IN A BEAUTIFUL COLONIAL TOWN