The Cenad Palace Arad

The Cenad Palace

The palace was built between 1892 and 1894 by the Arad - Cenad Railway Society. The plans were made in the workshop of the architect Miklós Ybl from Budapest and were modified by the architect Lajos Jiraszek from Arad. The building in eclectic style distinguishes itself by its richly decorated facade with Italian Renaissance elements, the two towers at the corners, the four entrance gates the blazon of the Railway Society. Under the gates one can see murals with themes that include aspects from the activity of the railways and religious life. In the yard two gas chandeliers from the 19th century have remained intact until today. The building also hosts public institutions, here is the seat of several civil organizations, and of the political parties.