Description of the attraction
The building that now houses the Santiago Stock Exchange was built in 1917 on rue de la Bandera (rue de flags), in the very center of the city, by the project of the Chilean architect Emile Jekuer - one of the most interesting and prolific Chilean architects of his time, the author of the architectural monuments of Chile - the Museum of Fine Arts and Mapocho (also located in Santiago).
The building was built on land that belonged to the Augustinian nuns. One of the members of the Council of Commerce bought this land for construction in 1913. Architect Emilio Jekuer oversaw the construction for four years. Since the construction took place during the First World War (1914-1918), premium building materials were transported by sea from Europe to the United States, after which they were shipped to Chile.
The exchange building is designed in the French Renaissance style with many balanced small details. It has four floors and a basement. A beautiful classic façade with double pillars overlooks Rue de Flags, the entrance to the Stock Exchange. The dome of the building and the clock, which are the real symbol of this building, rise majestically on the roof. The Santiago Stock Exchange Building was the third metal-framed building in the city.
Due to its history and national importance, as well as possessing considerable architectural value, this building was declared a National Monument of Chile in 1981.
The Santiago Stock Exchange is the leading trading platform in Chile. Ranked third in Latin America. Works since November 1893, trading in securities, as well as silver and gold coins.
