Reichstag, Government building in Tiergarten, Berlin, Germany.
Description
The Reichstag serves as the parliament building in Mitte district, where elected representatives have convened since the end of the division. Four corner towers rise from the rectangular floor plan, while the western facade faces the square and displays a clearly visible inscription above the main entrance.
History
Construction finished in the late 19th century, and the structure suffered heavy damage during the Second World War that left it unusable for decades. After reunification, extensive renovations began to give the parliament a permanent home.
Culture
Visitors often gather in the glass dome above the chamber to watch debates through transparent panels installed after reunification. This open design allows ordinary people to witness how elected representatives discuss and vote on national issues.
Practical
Advance registration through the parliament website allows access to guided tours, plenary sessions, and the glass dome from morning until midnight. Those planning to visit the dome should bring valid identification and allow time for security checks.
Did you know?
A spiral ramp inside the glass dome guides visitors upward, while a mirror system above directs natural light down into the chamber. This arrangement brings daylight to the representatives below without placing them directly beneath the public.
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