One of the most ancient and architecturally distinguished buildings in Australia, Parliament House in Melbourne has been serving as the official residence of the Parliament of Victoria since 1855 with the exception of the time period from 1901 to 1928. The largest structure belonging to the 19th century, the interior of the Parliament House displays elegant decorations with a lavish use of gold. Ranking among the finest examples of British Empire period’s civic architecture anywhere in the world, it houses a broad range of function rooms ideal for many types of events. From a relaxed garden ambience to The Vestibule and the grand rooms of Queen’s Hall, Parliament House offers many facility options to choose from.
Initially the two chambers named the Victorian Legislative Assembly and the Victorian Legislative Council went through construction, to be followed by the construction of a library and later the Queen’s Hall. Thereafter, the luxuriant interiors were designed by Peter Kerr. A statue of Queen Victoria dominates the exquisite Queen’s Hall while several other fascinating features sure to amaze most visitors stud the Parliament House. However, it was the Queen’s Hall that traditionally served as the key venue for parliamentary receptions and formal banquets.
The two chambers known as the Legislative Assembly and the Legislative Council are entirely dedicated to legislative functions. Each is respectively utilized as the upper chamber and lower chamber. Each of the buildings is three-stories high and is engraved from bluestone.
The parliament library can be found at the building’s east wing, characterized by numerous books, curving staircases and at the very centre, a table with ten corners. The place is illuminated by inclining gas lights that emanate from the eastern-based windows. More areas with historical significance can be found in Parliament House in addition to the refreshment room adding a touch of modernity to the building.
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