This building is one of the largest government buildings in the world. It was built in the 19th century at the time when Hungary was three times bigger than what it is today.
A couple of photos of the model of the building from the museum down below.
The guided tour started down at the basement and we climbed up over 120 steps to the top. The staircase is all lined with pure gold decoration.
The exact center of the building is the dome where the crown is kept under the watchful eyes of two guards.
This Grand Hall has a staircase with 96 steps. The number 96 is important in Hungary as the country was established in the year 896.
No photos are allowed under the dome. The grand chandelier has more than 200 light bulbs. For maintenance the crew has to go over the ceiling.
We also visited the assembly. The seats of the ministers and members of coalition and opposition.
The voting system is electronic:
Outside the assembly room in the hallway facing the river they have these numbered ashtrays for mp's who go out to smoke their cigars.
What an outstanding building!!
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