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Scottish Parliament, Legislative assembly in Holyrood, Scotland

The Scottish Parliament operates from a contemporary building featuring a debating chamber with 131 seats arranged in a hemicycle pattern to promote discussion.

Following the 1997 referendum, Scotland regained its legislative powers in 1999, after almost three centuries of representation in the Parliament of Great Britain.

Members of the Scottish Parliament conduct proceedings in both English and Scottish Gaelic, representing the linguistic diversity of the Scottish population.

The Parliament building contains multiple committee rooms, public galleries, and broadcasting facilities that enable citizens to observe legislative sessions through Parliament TV.

The structure incorporates concrete walls with embedded Scottish pebbles and features upturned boat-shaped windows designed by architect Enric Miralles.

Inception: May 12, 1999

Website: https://parliament.scot

GPS coordinates: 55.95222,-3.17472

Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:46

Places to visit in Edinburgh

Edinburgh combines historical landmarks with modern attractions. Edinburgh Castle stands on volcanic rock, while the Royal Mile leads to Holyrood Palace. The city features museums like the National Museum of Scotland and the Scottish National Gallery. Natural sites include Arthur's Seat volcano and the Royal Botanic Garden. Underground passages, historic churches, and cultural venues complete Edinburgh's heritage, from St Giles' Cathedral to the Writers' Museum.

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