Landhuis Groot Davelaar

About

Landhuis Groot Davelaar is one of Curaçao's most architecturally distinctive historic estates. The official Curaçao monument register dates the building to around 1874 and records that it was built for Juan R. Blanch to a design by A. Martis. Its unusual centralized design has an octagonal three-storey core surrounded by galleries. The monument is considered architecturally and culturally important because of its unique layout, detailing, roof construction and preserved interior elements.

Eridanusweg z/n

Tips

• Best appreciated for its unusual octagonal architecture.
• Do not assume that the interior is open to visitors; verify access before visiting.

How to get there

Located east of the Schottegat in Willemstad. Access to the property itself should be verified before visiting.