Alþingishúsið, Parliament building in central Reykjavík, Iceland.
The Althingi parliament building features a neoclassical design with a gray diabase stone exterior and four decorative window reliefs on the first floor.
Completed in 1881 under Danish architect Ferdinand Meldahl's direction, the building marked Iceland's progression toward modern parliamentary governance and democratic representation.
The building's tympanum windows display reliefs of Iceland's four guardian spirits: a dragon, vulture, giant, and bull, connecting to ancient Norse traditions.
Located near Austurvöllur square, the parliament building contains the main debating chamber while additional parliamentary offices occupy neighboring structures.
The structure served multiple functions throughout its history, housing the National Library, National Gallery, and University of Iceland between 1911 and 1940.
Location: Reykjavík
Inception: 1881
Architects: Ferdinand Meldahl
Made from material: diabase
Address: 14 Kirkjustræti, 101 Reykjavík 101 101
GPS coordinates: 64.14699,-21.93992
Latest update: May 12, 2025 08:57
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