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Capitolio de Puerto Rico

The Capitolio de Puerto Rico, located in San Juan, is the seat of the island's government and legislative assembly. Completed in 1929, its distinctive neoclassical architecture features a prominent dome and sculptures. The building houses the Puerto Rico Senate and House of Representatives, where elected officials discuss and pass laws. The Capitol is not only a working government building but also a historical landmark that reflects Puerto Rico's political and cultural evolution. It symbolizes democracy in the territory and is an important site for civic engagement and public events.