Historical Events
Historic Event
Cornerstone laid for El Escorial, new Spanish royal palace commissioned by Philip II, by architect Juan Bautista de Toledo
1563 Highlights
About April 23, 1563
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 459 years, 9 months and 5 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Taurus
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