Palacio Salvo

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8 / 10

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“One of the most iconic landmarks of Montevideo, the Palacio Salvo stands on the Plaza Independencia.”

– Afar Magazine

Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
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"On the east side of the Plaza Independencia, the 26-story structure with the crazy beehive hairdo is Palacio Salvo, the continent's tallest building when it opened in 1927." Full review
Atlas Obscura Atlas Obscura
"The design of the Palacio Salvo has been described as "a lighthouse on top of a building." " Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"It remains the city's highest structure. Unfortunately, its highest floors are not open to the public, though you can visit the lobby, which hosts frequent exhibitions." Full review