Edificio de Correos y Telegrafos (Post Office Building), Valencia

The Palace of Post and Telegraphs, also called the Post Office Building, is located in Plaza del Ayuntamiento, Valencia. It was built between 1915 and 1922, officially opening in 1923. The site used to be a fishermen's neighborhood, represented by Las Barcas Street. The Maura government funded the project to modernize postal services in Spain. Designed by architect Miguel Ángel Navarro, it showcases Valencian modernism within the eclectic style of official architecture.

Like many Post Office buildings of its time, this edifice symbolizes the significance of postal and telegraphic communications in the early 20th century, evident in its monumental scale.

Although the main facade appears symmetrical, the building itself follows an irregular plan. Notable features include the entrance adorned with double Ionic columns and a semicircular arch embellished with allegorical figures on the ground floor. The tympanum sculptures on the main facade depict the five continents, while the copings flanking the clock showcase trios of angels carrying letters and telegraphic symbols. Additionally, a boat and a locomotive train serve as symbols of communication by land and sea.

Atop the building, a metallic tower stands tall, providing access to a spiral staircase that leads to a viewpoint. Inside, an oval room mimics the architectural style of the façade, featuring Ionic-style columns. The centerpiece of the room is an artistic window designed by the Mauméjean brothers, consisting of 370 panels displaying the shields of Spain's 48 provinces. In the center, crafted from brass, is the emblem of the city of Valencia, representing the Post and Telegraphs company.

This monumental structure remains an integral part of the city's architectural and cultural heritage, standing as a testament to its significance.