The Best Parliament Houses in the World
The best government buildings in the world constitute perhaps the most popular and spread images of a country known and recognized throughout the world. These stunning places are the offices of all public meetings and different parliamentary offices. Each country in the world, no matter how big it is has such an unmistakable architectural complex, but only some attract our attention through their beauty and unique architecture. Government buildings play not only a role in the political life of a country, but they are historical monuments too. These majestic structures are a perfect illustration of a country’s heritage. They are a true example of grace and splendor. These are the most admirable government buildings in the world.
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The Hungarian Parliament, Budapest
The Hungarian Parliament is the majestic symbol of independence and unity of the Hungarian nation proudly overlooking the Danube. It is one of the world's largest government residences and at the same time a symbol of Hungarian national unity, one of the most representative and popular parliamentary buildings in the world which annually attracts millions of tourists.
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The Secretariat Building, New Delhi
New Delhi is part of the capital of India, the city of Delhi. The main government offices are located on its territory. Initially, the area of New Delhi was built for the administration of the British colony, which suffered from its residence in Calcutta. New Delhi is the imperial city, which covers an area riddled with long tree-lined boulevards. In designing this part of the city participated the Society of London Architects under ...
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The Parliament of Canada,Ottawa
The capital of Canada, Ottawa is the fourth largest city in the country. Once upon a time there was a picturesque hillside, a place where white settlers met with the Indians, exchanging manufactured goods for food. Hence the city got its name because "Ottawa" in the language of the Indians means "exchange." The title of the capital of Canada was claimed by a few cities, but Queen Victoria...
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The Houses of Parliament, London
The U.K. Parliament in London is the real attraction of the British capital and its business card. This is the place where the British Government works and the ruling party discusses current issues with the opposition. But the ordinary tourists have the opportunity to see this beautiful building, designed in a Gothic Revival style, from the inside. During the parliamentary recess ( from July till September) tours are held to show vis...
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The Palace of the Parliament, Bucharest
The Palace of the Parliament which is in the Romanian capital Bucharest, is the world's largest civilian administrative building, as well as the largest parliament building and covers an area of 350 thousand square meters. The Palace of Parliament in Bucharest is one of the largest castle complexes in the world, it even concedes perhaps the Pentagon in Washington. The building...
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The Capitol, Washington D.C.
The majestic Capitol is the place of the U.S. Congress and the architectural complex on Capitol Hill with the Library of Congress.When it comes to the capital you will have much to do in Washington, but the Capitol building will be at the top of the list to visit. Of all the events in Washington, it will be the most impressive and beautiful sight in Washington. The Capitol is known for its impre...
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The Parliament Building, the Hague, Netherlands
Every third Tuesday of September, The Hague officially opens the new parliamentary year, in fact here is the highest legislative body in the country where Queen Beatrix lives and this day you can see her live and take a picture of a long memory. The queen and her family are going through the city in a golden carriage, waving hands to people, and at the arrival to the parliament building Queen Beatrix says a...
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The Imperial Palace, Beijing
The Forbidden City is a former residence of 24 emperors of Ming Heavenly States and Qin, admiration. Its nearly 10-foot walls are surrounded by a moat on all sides. There are 980 buildings, numerous patios and galleries inside it. The total area of the historical monument is of 720 thousand square meters. It is believed that it was built for a total of 1 million workers, 100 thousand artists have participated in its design. The cons...
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The Seat of the European Union, Belgium
The European Union is a West European political and economic organization established under the Treaty of Rome to encourage trade and friendly relations between its member countries and to compete with other major economic powers. The hemicycle of the European Parliament, with a capacity of 750 seats was completed in 1999 and it was created to provide a worthy setting for the mont...
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The Massachusetts State House, Boston
The Massachusetts State House was built between 1795 and 1797 on Beacon Hill and overlooks Boston. The building's front feature represents an elevated portico with a series of Corinthian columns. The large gilded dome is topped with a lantern and a pinecone, a symbol of the forests of Massachusetts. The dome was originally made of wood shingles. These were replaced in 1802 with co...
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