Palace of Westminster 01/07/2025

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Palace of Westminster, also known simply as Westminster, the Palace of Westminster is a monumental building located in the heart of London, on the banks of the River Thames. For centuries, it has played a key role in the political life of the United Kingdom as the seat of Parliament — the House of Commons and the House of Lords. Although its origins date back to the 11th century, the palace's current appearance is the result of a neo-Gothic reconstruction that began after the Great Fire of 1834. The chief architect of the new design was Charles Barry, while the rich Gothic detailing was the work of Augustus...