Palace of the Nation, Official residence in Gombe, Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo
The Palais de la Nation stands along the Congo River, featuring a Beaux-Arts architectural design with modernist elements and grand ceremonial spaces.
Built in 1924 as the Governor-General residence, the palace witnessed the independence proclamation of Congo from Belgium on June 30, 1960.
The palace entrance displays a memorial dedicated to Laurent-Désiré Kabila, replacing the former equestrian statue of King Leopold II removed in 1967.
The palace functions as both the principal workplace and residence of the President of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Felix Tshisekedi.
The building, designed by architect Marcel Lambrichs, drew inspiration from the Royal Castle of Laeken in Belgium for its architectural composition.
Location: Gombe
Location: Kinshasa
GPS coordinates: -4.30248,15.28010
Latest update: May 10, 2025 17:02
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