Palace of Peace and Reconciliation

The Palace of Peace and Reconciliation rises 62 meters high with granite cladding and stained glass panels depicting doves in flight at its apex.

The structure opened in 2006 following Kazakhstan's first congress of religious leaders in 2003, establishing a permanent venue for interfaith gatherings.

The building contains spaces for multiple religions, including Judaism, Islam, Christianity, Buddhism, and Hinduism, with a 1300-seat opera house for performances.

The engineering system allows three corners of the pyramid to move independently on bridge bearings while one remains anchored to manage temperature variations.

Every three years, religious representatives gather in a circular chamber modeled after the United Nations Security Council room to discuss understanding between faiths.

Location: Astana

Inception: September 1, 2006

Architects: Foster and Partners

Official opening: September 1, 2006

Architectural style: postmodern architecture

Website: http://astana-piramida.kz/en/

Made from material: granite, float glass

Website: http://astana-piramida.kz/en

GPS coordinates: 51.12306,71.46361

Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:46