Parliament of Norway Building, Parliament building in central Oslo, Norway
The yellow brick structure with gray granite details exhibits Romanesque Revival architecture across its symmetrical facade with a semicircular central section.
The Parliament building opened in 1866 after architect Emil Victor Langlet won the design competition against initial proposals that resembled church architecture.
The Central Hall serves as a meeting point where national politicians regularly interact with press representatives near the large textile artwork by Sissel Blystad.
The building contains multiple chambers including the main parliament hall, the former Lagting chamber, and a secure basement room for sensitive discussions.
Two stone lions guard the entrance ramps leading to the main platform, carved by inmates from Akershus Fortress under sculptor C. Borch direction.
Location: Oslo Municipality
Architects: Emil Victor Langlet
Official opening: 1866
Architectural style: Romanesque Revival architecture
Address: Karl Johansgate 22
GPS coordinates: 59.91333,10.73894
Latest update: May 12, 2025 16:49
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