British Columbia Parliament Buildings
British Columbia Parliament Buildings, Provincial government building in Victoria, Canada
The British Columbia Parliament Buildings display neo-Baroque architecture with a central dome topped by a gold-covered statue of Captain George Vancouver.
Francis Rattenbury designed these legislative buildings, which were constructed between 1893 and 1897, replacing earlier temporary structures known as The Birdcages.
The Legislative Assembly chamber contains historical murals and wood carvings that represent British Columbia's development through the nineteenth century.
Visitors can join 40-minute guided tours from Monday to Friday between 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM, or observe legislative sessions when the Assembly meets.
The building's orientation aligns with both the City of Vancouver and Mount Douglas peak, serving as a geographical reference point for regional mapping.
Location: Victoria
Inception: 1897
Architects: Francis Rattenbury
Address: 501 Belleville Street, Victoria, BC V8V 1X4
Website: https://leg.bc.ca/learn-about-us/visiting-the-legislature
GPS coordinates: 48.41944,-123.37028
Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:12
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