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The Palace of the Parliament in Bucharest is also known as “People’s Palace” (“Casa Poporului“). This building is among the most important constructions in Romania. Also, it is a symbol of opulence and power. An architectural jewel: Palace of the Parliament in Bucharest.
Its imposing architecture and rich history attract tourists from both the country and abroad every year. If you are interested in finding out more details about this historical monument, the first step would be to look for accommodation for your next visit to Bucharest. An architectural jewel: Palace of the Parliament in Bucharest
It would be best to look for a hotel near the Palace of the Parliament to be as close as possible to the city center. Hotel Stil Old Town is only 7 minutes away by car. But if you prefer walking, in about 25 minutes you will arrive in front of this grandiose building. Thus, you will have the opportunity to walk on the picturesque streets of Bucharest.
This building is considered to be one of the largest administrative buildings in the world. It is in second place, after the Pentagon, in terms of surface area. Regarding its architectural style, the Palace of the Parliament was built with a neoclassical and brutalist design. Classic and massive elements were combined to achieve the final appearance of the building. An architectural jewel: Palace of the Parliament in Bucharest.
The interior rooms are decorated to express opulence. In each of these you can find decorative elements made of marble, crystal or solid wood. Also, a world record was set in this building with the help of wool carpets that, put together, would cover an area of 220.000 square meters. An architectural jewel: Palace of the Parliament in Bucharest.
The construction of the building was completed in 1997, and the main architect of the project was Anca Petrescu. Initially, the architectural project was calculated to have 80.000 square meters, but upon its completion, the Palace of the Parliament ended up having a size five times larger.
Today, this amazing construction is the headquarters of the Chamber of Deputies and the Senate of Romania, but also for other government institutions or offices. It is also a famous tourist attraction, which offers its visitors the opportunity to view a small part of the building in order to learn more about its history and about the communist period.
Your stay at a hotel near the Palace of the Parliament gives you the opportunity to see this impressive building in detail. You will be amazed by the grandeur and charm of this architectural monument.
The Palace of the Parliament has not been bypassed by urban legends. This institution has numerous stories, speculations, and legends, both interesting and scary. The presence of ghosts that make strange sounds or break seals has been reported over time. Also, the alarm systems start to go off without a well-founded reason.
It is said that in 1984, the dictator Nicolae Ceausescu would have buried a steel cylinder under the main staircase of the “September 13” entrance. It would have contained data and writings about his work entitled “I leave this house to you”.
Therefore, if you are staying at a hotel near the Palace of the Parliament in Bucharest, do not hesitate to visit it. The stories and urban legends will pique your interest and you will have unique experiences. An architectural jewel: Palace of the Parliament in Bucharest.
Most tourists choose their next vacation destination to have fun and also to gain new knowledge. Bucharest is such a destination that combines culture with fun. During the day, you have the opportunity to visit historical buildings and monuments, museums or you can see a play at the best theatre. Once night falls, the Old Town comes to life and turns into a wild night.
The best hotels are located in the central part of the city. Stil Old Town is a hotel near the Palace of the Parliament. Its visit of is included in the tourist circuits of Bucharest. Thus, you will be close to the city center and you will be able to move easily to all the important areas for travelers. An architectural jewel: Palace of the Parliament in Bucharest
Regardless of whether you are passionate about history or architecture, the Palace of the Parliament will not disappoint you. This building is an architectural jewel with many interesting and unique elements at the same time. An architectural jewel: Palace of the Parliament in Bucharest
+40 771 448 994
str. Gabroveni, nr. 29, sector 3, 030167, Bucuresti
hotelstiloldtown@gmail.com
SC M&T Market & Trade Professionals SRL
RO12476033
J40/10575/1999
Classification No. 11087/7085
4 star hotel
