Palacio del Marqués de las Claras

Palacio del Marqués de las Claras or Casino de Arecibo, as it is also known, was built in 1888, thanks to Fernando Fernández Umpierre, Marqués de las Claras. At the end of the 19th century, the Marqués de las Claras distinguished himself as one of the most prominent and wealthy owners of sugar estates in Puerto Rico. He was known for his sponsorship of the arts and cultural events.

Palacio del Marqués de las Claras

Palacio del Marqués de las Claras or Casino de Arecibo, as it is also known, was built in 1888, thanks to Fernando Fernández Umpierre, Marqués de las Claras. At the end of the 19th century, the Marqués de las Claras distinguished himself as one of the most prominent and wealthy owners of sugar estates in Puerto Rico. He was known for his sponsorship of the arts and cultural events.