Which European structure has an incredible 1200 doors, 2600 windows and took twenty one years to build between 1564 and 1584?

Answer: The Escorial Palace in the town of San Lorenzo de El Escorial, Spain. Built by King Phillip II, the complex’s functions have historically included a monastery, royal palace, school and museum.

Source: For King and Country by John Mills

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