Parliament House, Capitol building in Hobart, Australia
The Parliament House features Colonial Georgian architecture with two legislative chambers, stone walls, and a prominent position near Sullivans Cove's wharves.
The structure, completed in 1840, initially served as both a customs house and parliamentary venue until 1904 when customs operations relocated elsewhere.
The Legislative Council chamber preserves traditional British parliamentary procedures, reflecting Tasmania's colonial heritage through architectural and ceremonial elements.
Guided tours of Parliament House introduce visitors to both chambers, the Long Room, and detailed information about Tasmania's governmental processes.
The building's transformation from a customs house to parliament demonstrates the evolution of Tasmania from a colonial outpost to a self-governing state.
Location: Tasmania
Location: City of Hobart
Inception: September 1, 1840
Architects: John Lee Archer
Address: 2 Murray Street, Hobart, Tasmania, 7000
GPS coordinates: -42.88540,147.33000
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:52
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