Government Building sights in Switzerland
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Houses of Parliament
The 1902 Houses of Parliament, home of the Swiss Federal Assembly, are impressively ornate, with statues of the nation's founding fathers, a stained-glass dome adorned with cantonal emblems and a huge, 214-bulb chandelier. Tours are offered when the parliament is in recess, otherwise you can watch from the public gallery. Bring a passport.
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Bundeshäuser
Home of the Swiss Federal Assembly, the Bundeshäuser, built in Florentine style in 1902, contain statues of the nation’s founding fathers, a stained-glass dome adorned with cantonal emblems and a 214-bulb chandelier. During parliamentary sessions, watch from the public gallery. Bring your passport to get in.
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Rathaus
The vivid red Rathaus, built in the 16th century has since been restored.
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