Singapore is one of the most prosperous countries. It is a popular Asian tourist destination as well. It offers most modern and advanced tourist facilities for those visiting the country. This clean and safe country is rich with cultured people. Popularly known as the 'Garden City', its Tourist Attractions are manicured parks, colorful gardens, historical museums, marvelous temples, superb shopping malls, ravishing cuisine and fascinating cruises.
To say it, one of those great sources of tourist attraction and famous cultural landmark in Singapore, is New Parliament House. This new Parliament building was constructed due to the space constraints of old building, which is now known as the Old Parliament House. The New Parliament House was built as a venue for parliamentary debates, and research and meeting place for the members of parliament (MPs), as well as a place of interest for students and the general public.
The New Parliament House Singapore was opened on 6 September 1999. This building officially made its mark on 4th October 1999. It has a ground area of 2.2 hectares. Due to its setting in the richly historical area, the building's overall design replicates the historical neighbors with its slate grey external color scheme. On the other hand its liberal use of emphasized columns is a reflective of the colonnade design common in classical architecture. Besides, the expansive beautiful garden defines its beauty beyond words. Auditorium, cafeteria, gymnasium, underground car park, library and member's room are its some of the best facilities to talk about. Its regal auditorium offers 170 seats and cozy cafeteria has an arrangement to accommodate 100 seats.
Hence, you can say this building is a representation of contemporary architectural expression of stateliness and authority.
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