Casita del Príncipe (El Escorial)

The Casita del Príncipe, an 18th-century neoclassical building in San Lorenzo de El Escorial, Spain, was designed by architect Juan de Villanueva for Charles, Prince of Asturias, and his wife Maria Luisa. Constructed in the 1770s, this charming cottage served as a private retreat for the royal couple, allowing them to escape the formalities of court life. Surrounded by a beautifully landscaped garden featuring exotic conifers and intricate box hedges, the interior boasts neoclassical decor with a notable Sala de Porcelana adorned with exquisite jasperware plaques. Recognized as a World Heritage Site and protected as a cultural property, the Casita offers guided tours, providing visitors a glimpse into the royal lifestyle of the 18th century.