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In 1737, the architect
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The most striking feature of the design were its dimensions. If it had been built in the same location as the old Alcázar, the palace would have included not only that terrain, but one of the palace's courtyards would need to cover part of the Calle Mayor, and the gardens would have covered most of
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the excuse and opportunity to build a new palace, which would be a more appropriate symbol of the power of the
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could be properly admired. It is unclear whether a suitable terrain was ever found, although various places, such as the current Barrio de ArgĂĽelles, were being considered.
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influences. One whole side of the main courtyard would be dominated by the main staircases, and a library and chapel were planned between the two most important courtyards.
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so that it would fit in the place where the old Alcázar had been located. Juvarra himself had claimed that the use of an uneven and narrow terrain would diminish his work.
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Main facade of the project for the Royal Palace of Madrid by
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