Great Hall of the People, Government building at Tiananmen Square, China.
This facility is a government building at Tiananmen Square in Beijing. It consists of several assembly halls and a central auditorium with high ceilings and rows of seating.
The decision to build the hall was made by the CCP Central Committee at the Beidaihe meeting in August 1958, and construction began on 28 October 1958. Zhang Bo served as chief architect, while the winning design came from Zhao Dongri and Shen Qi of the Beijing Municipal Planning Bureau. The building was completed and put into use in September 1959, before the tenth anniversary of the PRC.
The name refers to its function as a meeting place for representatives from across the country. Its architecture combines elements of classical Chinese construction with functional structures that allow for large gathering spaces.
The building is not accessible during parliamentary sessions in spring and during diplomatic events. On certain days, organized tours provide insight into selected halls and sections of the facility.
The ceiling of the main hall displays a red star in the center, surrounded by lights arranged in circular patterns. This lighting forms a design that illuminates the entire space during assemblies.
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