Tyberian Palace
| Tyberian Palace | |
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lQasoor luTyberiy (Packilvanian) | |
 Southern view of Tyberian Palace from the Behayeen Bridge, Undahar | |
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| Alternative names | Palace of Parliament |
| General information | |
| Status | Complete |
| Type | Legislative building |
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| Location | Tyber's Court, Imperial District, Bingol, Packilvania |
| Current tenants | Parliament of Packilvania |
| Cost | Unknown, estimated 3 billion KRB |
| Owner | Crown of Packilvania |
| Landlord | Minister of Legislative Affairs |
| Technical details | |
| Floor count | 4 |
| Design and construction | |
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The Tyberian Palace (Packilvanian: luQasoor luTyberiy), is a building located in the city of Bingol, Packilvania, the seat of the legislative branch of the government of Packilvania, the Parliament of Packilvania.
The Palace was first built in 1521 by High King Tyber V as the seat of the Imperial Court of Packilvania while the Bingol Royal Palace remained the ceremonial seat of the Zubraynite dynasty and the government of the country. The palace was destroyed in an urthquake in 1589, and a new building was constructed atop and using the stones of the ruined structure by High King Yasu I.
The palace was expanded over the years, most notably by High King Baloo the Great, whose architectural feats became known for their distinct style. The building was sacked and looted during the invasion of Bingol by Saidun the Conqueror. It was abandoned, but the site was chosen by Sultan Zygros II for the Parliament and the building was renovated and expanded in 1730. The building was completed during the reign of Zerah Demir I in 1781.
The palace was used as a bunker and hospital during the Great War by Zerah Demir IV. It was within its chambers that the Packilvanian Communist Party was formally proclaimed in 1917. It served as the seat of the National People's Assembly, the legislative branch of the Communist government. Following the Second Packilvanian Civil War, the Constitutional Assembly drafted and passed the Constitution of Packilvania and the Parliament gathered here once again in 1985.
Location
The Tyberian Palace sits on Tyberian Hill, named after High King Tyber V. Tyberian Hill is a granite outcrop that was formed from the corrosion of a larger hill that was eroded by the rains especially the Kariad River that flowed nearby and eventually meandered over 4 kilometres from the site and was covered with primeval tropical forests. It sits within the area of Bingol known as Tyber's Court (luKhama aTyber) and lies close to the Bingol Royal Palace and the Temple of the Authority.
Structure and exterior
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The building has a large dome in the Center. It is surmounted by a short Cupola atop which stands a statue of the Lawbringer, a metaphorical figure that brings order and civilisation. Parallel horizontal lines go around the outside. Small pseudo-towers or towerlettes are attached to the dome, whose windows provide light to the interior.
There are four domed towers that surround the dome in the shape of a square and comprise the central section. Two wings spread from the central section with taller towers on their respective outer corners. The towers have slanted stacked roofs. The Southeast and Southwest Towers have doors that allow entry from the gardens behind the building.
The facade appears to be made largely from beige or red-beige sandstone. Although the building was technically built in the 15th century under Tyber V, the dominating aesthetic influence was by Baloo the Great which was continued by successive architects and dynasties for the rest of its lifespan. A further set of wings expand from the east and west wings. These were expansions added for the purpose of providing additional space and working room, making them more modern than the central section and its adjoining wings.
Interior
The Chamber of the Legislative Council of Packilvania is the largest room in the building. It contains a red carpet. The interiors are built from cream-coloured marble. It is flanked by columns capped with ornate capitals. The furnishings are made from dark heavy wood and the chairs from leather. The speaker and his staff sit in the centre and front, facing the rest of the members, whose seats are arranged in a hemicycle. The windows are draped with red curtains. The space accommodates up to 500 people in the chamber and 200 in the galleries. The arrangement of seats represents how there is no official opposition and that the legislature is symbolically united.
The Dome surmounts a large empty chamber that adjoins the Chamber of the Legislative Council. It is also built from cream-coloured marble and is decorated with floral motifs. The Cupola provides natural light along with windows at the Dome's base. Members of the Legislative Council meet with the public outside of the chamber in this area. The floor is made from ceramic tiles. There are various committee rooms and offices spread throughout the building and access is restricted to the public.
However, there are other public spaces such as the Tyberian Palace Museum whose centerpiece is the Lykida Hall in the west wing which contains historic artefacts and artworks from the Imperial Palace Museum that would otherwise not be displayed due to a lack of space. The Princess Nakira Observatory is located in the Northwest Tower. It contains a large telescope built for Princess Nakira in 1830 which she donated to the Parliament. The Southwest Tower contains the Akas Hedekia Library, named after the 5th Duke of Akas Hedekia, who was the Speaker of Parliament responsible for overseeing its construction in 1740. It contains a original copy of the Constitution of Packilvania.
The Northeast Tower contains the Red Gallery which contained Socialist art and told the history of the Communist Party of Packilvania. Much of the exhibition has been replaced by art and artefacts inspired by the Carriers of Mercy during the Packilvanian Civil War. The Southeast Tower is restricted to the public but is believed to contain amenities for members of Parliament.
Grounds
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The grounds of the Palace consist of terraced gardens landscaped with plants native to the area. The water from the Kariad River is used to create streams and ponds throughout the grounds. The grounds are open to the public and many amenities are provided such as benches, water fountains, and shade. The grounds feature prominent monuments such as a statue of Gideon Muktan by Radyami Baskhut which was moved from the Central Garden to the Cloistered Garden. It also features an equestrian statue of Sultan Zygros II in the Orchid Garden. A statue of the Count of Aqmud sitting on a pile of books anchors the Southern Terrace. There is also the Martyrs' Pavilion in the Central Garden, which contains the names of members of the Carriers of Mercy who died in the war against the Communists.
Transport
The Palace is surrounded by Parliament Street (luViy luMijhalisqur) to the west and south west, Sentinel Street (luViy luSuldat) to the east Rydian Street (luViy lyRyd) to the north. On the opposing side of Rydian Street is Rydian Metro Station which sits on Lines II and IV of the Bingol Metro System. There is a bus station about a kilometre away on Sentinel Street with smaller stops in between. Kastiyam Muktaman Viaduct provides access to pedestrians and cyclists straight into the area.
Security
The area is protected by the Parliament Police, a division of the Bingol Capital Police Service, as well as the Imperial Mounted Guard, a contingent of cavalry from the 12th Cavalry Brigade. The Guard usually rides Southern Ashurian horses. Though they wield ceremonial spears and scimitars, when not in public ceremony or display, they wield military grade arms. The airspace in and around the Imperial District including Tyber's Court is restricted to military jets and civilian aircraft are prohibited. The presence of anti-aircraft guns has been alleged due to the presence of concealed platforms and turrets but the Spokespersons for the Parliament Police has denied the claims.