Verkhovna Rada building
Verkhovna Rada building, Parliament building in Pechersk district, Kyiv, Ukraine.
Description
The Verkhovna Rada building is a parliament structure in the Pechersk district and rises three stories with a glass dome above the main session hall. The structure follows Stalinist Empire architectural style and houses the chambers for legislative work and related offices.
History
The building was designed in 1939 by architect Volodymyr Zabolotnyi and received the State Prize for the project the following year. After Ukraine's independence in 1991, it underwent changes that replaced Soviet symbols with national emblems.
Culture
The building displays sculptural figures representing workers, peasants, and intellectuals alongside the Ukrainian trident at the entrance. These decorative choices tell the story of who was considered important in the nation's self-image.
Practical
The building sits at Constitution Square on Hrushevsky Street and is open for visitors to experience. Guided tours show how the parliament functions and allow you to see the interior spaces.
Did you know?
The glass dome was completely redesigned after 1991 and stands as one of the most striking features of the interior today. This dome brings natural light into the session halls and creates a connection between the building and the sky above.
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