Palace of the Parliament, Parliament building in Romania
The Palace of the Parliament in Bucharest is one of the largest administrative buildings in the world.
Construction of this iconic building began under the rule of Nicolae Ceaușescu in 1984.
The Palace is a symbol of communism's grandiose architectural ambitions.
It serves as a multi-purpose building housing the Romanian Parliament along with several museums and international conference centers.
It stands out due to its massive size and weight, being the heaviest building on Earth.
Location: Sector 5
Location: Bucharest
Inception: 1985
Architect: Anca Petrescu
Official opening: December 22, 1994
Architectural style: Neoclassical architecture
Floors above the ground: 12
Floors below the ground: 4
Height: 84 m
Length: 270 m
Width: 240 m
Material: marble, Cristallo
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