Austrian Parliament, Bicameral legislature in Ringstrasse, Vienna, Austria
Austrian Parliament is a legislative building on Vienna's Ringstrasse featuring Greek Revival architecture with marble columns, grand halls, and a fountain depicting Pallas Athena at its entrance. The structure houses two separate chambers for Austria's law-making process, each occupying distinct areas within the building.
Completed in 1883 by architect Theophil Hansen, the building originally served as the seat of the Imperial Council during the Austro-Hungarian Empire. After 1918, it became the center of Austrian democracy when the monarchy ended and the republic began.
The building's two chambers have distinct architectural designs that reflect how Austria's legislative work is divided between them. Visitors can see these differences when walking through the spaces and understanding the separate roles each plays.
Visitors can join guided tours in multiple languages to see the chambers and workspaces while learning about Austria's legislative process. It helps to check opening times beforehand, as these may vary depending on parliamentary sessions.
The building underwent major renovation from 2017 to 2023, during which parliamentary sessions temporarily moved to the Hofburg Palace. This extensive update modernized the infrastructure while preserving the historic architecture.
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