The Sangsad Bhaban (Parliament House) at Sher-e-Bangla Nagar
in Dhaka is a wonder of modern architecture and technology.( a short story ) It is one of the
largest and most spectacular parliament buildings in the world. ( a short story ) Originally
designed by the famous American architect Louis I Kahn, this 155 ft high 9-
story building is surrounded by an artificial lake called the Crescent Lake.( a short story )
The main section is hidden behind a strong outer covering with circular and
triangular openings. ( a short story ) The structure has 1605 doors, 335 windows, 365 ventilators
and corridors totaling to a bewildering length of 41.6 kilometers. ( a short story ) One could
easily get lost in this deceptive corridors. The house has 354 seats for MPs,
56 for guests, 40 for journalists and 430 spectators. It has also three party
rooms each of which can seat 153 people.( a short story ) The whole place is air-conditioned and
includes all modern amenities.( a short story ) Although construction work on this structure
started in 1964, it was finally inaugurated in 1982 and the first parliamentary
session was held on 15 February the same year. Being a highly complex
structure, its annual maintenance cost is about 50 million taka.( a short story ) This is truly
a wonder for a poor country like Bangladesh.
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