Hôtel Historique
Questionnaire
Année de construction : 1707
Quel est l'histoire de la propriété ?
In the middle of old town of Quito there is a magical place that will make you travel 314 years back in time and live in the Spanish colonial era.
Quelle était l'époque et/ou le style architectural dans lequel la propriété a été construite ?
XVIII Century, Spanish built by famous architect Jose Jaime Ortiz who built Sagrario Church, and other at the Historical Centre of Quito, lst Human Patrimony.
Le bien est-il entouré d'autres bâtiments historiques ?
Yes, At the corner we have the Monastery of St. Katryn, at only 400 m of the Independence Square and all churches and Convents, Museums, at the Historical Centre of Quito.
Des travaux de restauration ont-ils eu lieu ?
Yes, in 1935, the famous Italian Architect Antonino Russo, built at front 3 floors neoclassic style.
And in 1906 we restored the whole house, keeping all as it was.
Le bâtiment présente-t-il des éléments d'une importance historique particulière ?
Yes we have some frescoes, but the best part is the roof at the principal lounge, which is the original, has no nails, only tied with leather and lianas.
Y a-t-il des invités importants ou des propriétaires précédents qui méritent d'être mentionnés ?
We have been visited by Prince Felipa, now King of Spain, Presidents of Ecuador and other countries, painters, writers, such as Peruvian Poet Vallejo, Musicians, and singers.
Y a-t-il des événements importants qui ont eu lieu sur la propriété dans le passé ?
It was the place where many politicians have gathered, even at this time the new Vice president was here. Also Religious Representatives, the Archbishop used to live in this house as well as the famous Ecuadorean singer, Carlota Jaramillo. And Homero Hidrovo, used to give his concerts here.
Le bien a-t-il reçu des certifications pour son statut historique ?
Yes, the owner has been awarded for her social and art work, and the City has the property as Patrimonial building.
In Casa San Marcos there is history in every object, every work of art and every corner. Blending at times with the spirit of a Museum.
Décririez-vous votre propriété comme (ou l'a-t-elle déjà été dans le passé) un : Y a-t-il quelque chose que vous aimeriez souligner, ajouter ou clarifier ?
We usually give a tour to all guests, we tell them the history of the house and show them photographs, and books, where we have been mentioned. Also we take the guests for an experience tour on our neighborhood, and climb to the towers of the Monasteries.
