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The Palace of Westminster in London, the meeting place of the Parliament of the United Kingdom.
The Palace of Westminster at night as seen from the opposite side of the River Thames. Victoria Tower and the House of Lords are on the left. The Clock Tower of Big Ben and the House of Commons are on the right. The spire left of centre is the 300 ft ventilation chimney above the central lobby. The twin towers with flagless pole just visible in the background are Westminster Abbey. A 2 x 6 segment panoramic image taken by myself with a Canon 5D and 85mm f/1.8 lens.
Palace of Westminster, Big Ben, and Westminster Bridge as seen from the south bank of the River Thames.
The Palace of Westminster seen from the east. Victoria Tower and the House of Lords are on the left. The Clock Tower of Big Ben and the House of Commons are on the right. The spire left of centre is the 300 ft ventilation chimney above the central lobby. The twin white towers of Westminster Abbey are just visible in the background.
Parliament Square - London, 1980
Big Ben from the Westminster Bridge
Palace of Westminster Victoria Tower with Victoria Tower Gardens South in the foreground, in evening light. This is a photo of listed building number 1226284.
Statue of Oliver Cromwell outside the House of Lords at the Palace of Westminster.
View from Old Palace Yard of the Central Tower of the Palace of Westminster, London.
Elizabeth Tower, London, England, United Kingdom.
The Elizabeth Tower, Palace of Westminster
Detail of the North Front of the Palace of Westminster, London, probably at dusk.
Plane Stupid activists on the roof of the Palace of Westminster.
House of Lords and House of Commons Lobby, The Parliament, London, UK.
Members of the House of Lords observe a minute's silence before tributes to HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, on 12 April 2021. This image may be used with acknowledgement: Copyright House of Lords 2021 / Photography by Roger Harris.

Palace of Westminster

London, Great Britain

The Palace of Westminster stands proudly as a symbol of British democracy and history. Recognized on the UNESCO World Heritage List, this iconic structure serves as the meeting place for the United Kingdom's Parliament. Although often called the "Mother of All Parliaments," this is somewhat of an exaggeration, but only just. The current building took shape in the 19th century after a devastating fire. Reconstructed with care and ambition, it stands as a striking showcase of Victorian neo-Gothic design, with dramatic lines and ornate details that speak to the era’s love of craftsmanship and grandeur.

Distinctive Chambers

Within this grand structure, the House of Commons and House of Lords each have their unique spaces and roles. Located on the northern side, the House of Commons is where elected Members of Parliament (MPs) conduct their business. Its chambers are adorned with green leather upholstery, reflecting its vitality and energy.

On the southern side lies the House of Lords. This chamber is reserved for unelected Lords and boasts an interior of red leather, echoing tradition and authority. Together, these chambers stand as a testament to the UK's rich political heritage and the intricate workings of its government.

Source - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Palace_of_Westminster
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