Tyberian Palace

Tyberian Palace
lQasoor luTyberiy (Packilvanian)
Southern view of Tyberian Palace from Undahar
Alternative names	Palace of Parliament
General information
Status	Complete
Type	Legislative building
Architectural style	Balovianism
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
Architect	Ikhsan Jublahim Tobruq Mukhtanawan Khenad Rubal Ashkaniom Farhadan

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.

Interior

The building contains the Lawbringer's Chamber, which is used as the meeting area of the Legislative Council. Modern amenities such as microphones, electric lights and modern voting stations were added. The Speaker's Chairs sits in the centre of the hemicycle and before it the Mace and Scroll of Parliament by which Sultan Saidun the Conqueror formally recognised the Parliament. The Imperial Legislative Throne is a chair that was added in that chamber so that the Sultan could sit in it when the Prime Minister gave the State of the Empire Address.

The building also contains the Speaker's Chambers, where the Speaker of Parliament and their staff have offices. The Hall of Sultana Ikhtayra contains the plinth dedicated to Sultan Kabran II's second wife and in which rare porcelains are displayed. It is connected to the Abrasiya Gallery named for the variety of orchid that shares the amber colour of finishings in the gallery. The Abrasiya Gallery leads to the Jumhadek Lobby, which contains the Grand Staircase and is used for informal chats by members of the legislature.

On the west wing is the Kylipsios Observatory, which contains the 200-year old brass telescope of the Count of Kylipsios, the former Speaker of Parliament and is used as a chamber for members of Parliament. The Barkhumiad Chamber contains the personal armoury of Marquis of Barkhumiad, the Speaker during the reign of Zerah Demir III. The Ochre Perfumery is named for the red decorations of the room that look like red perfume bottles.

Grounds

The Martyrs' Pavilion in the left foreground, situated in the central garden

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, 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

Imperial Mounted Guardsman in ceremonial uniform astride a Southern Ashurian mare

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 Zygrosian 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.