Parliament House, Historic parliament building in Old Town Edinburgh, Scotland.
Parliament House presents a neoclassical facade designed by Robert Reid in the early 19th century, featuring classical columns and traditional Scottish stonework that dominates Parliament Square.
Built between 1632 and 1639, Parliament House served as the meeting place for the pre-Union Scottish Parliament until 1707, making it the world's first purpose-built parliament building.
The building represents Scotland's legislative independence before the Act of Union, serving as a powerful symbol of Scottish governance and legal tradition that continues today.
Located adjacent to St Giles' Cathedral on the Royal Mile in Edinburgh's Old Town, Parliament House remains easily accessible to visitors exploring the city's historic center.
The interior features Laigh Hall, which contains Scotland's oldest surviving hammer-beam ceiling of its type, showcasing exceptional 17th-century Scottish craftsmanship and architectural heritage.
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