Parliament of Egypt, Bicameral legislature in Cairo, Egypt
This institution sits in a modern complex in the New Administrative Capital and operates through two chambers, the Senate and the House of Representatives. The building follows contemporary design with wide halls for plenary sessions and side rooms for committee work.
The foundation for a parliamentary system in Egypt was laid in November 1866 under Khedive Ismail when the first consultative assembly emerged. The legislative body later experienced several restructurings and eventually moved to the new administrative city outside Cairo.
Visitors can watch how lawmakers from the Delta, from desert towns and from Cairo exchange views during debates shown on public screens and broadcasts. Their discussions reveal how regional concerns meet national priorities in a chamber that brings together voices from across the country.
Access is usually restricted to official appointments, but public galleries may open during sessions if permission is obtained in advance. Visitors should be ready for security checks and wear appropriate clothing.
The building ranks among the five largest legislative chambers worldwide by seat count and reflects the country's population size. Architects integrated modern equipment for voting systems and simultaneous translation into several languages into the design.
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