Palace of Parliament (Palatul Parlamentului)

Dominating the Bucharest city center, the Palace of Parliament stands as a colossal testament to the era of Nicolae Ceauşescu’s dictatorship. This opulent edifice, with over 1,000 rooms, is now one of the city’s most visited sites. Visitors can explore its vast and intricate interior, which also houses the National Museum of Contemporary Art. The palace’s grand scale and detailed architecture offer a glimpse into the ambitious and often controversial projects of the former regime.