Posted on Aug 03, 2025 / Travel
Westminster Palace has witnessed many pivotal events in British history. These include debates leading to war and peace, historic legislation, and speeches by world leaders. It was also the target of the failed Gunpowder Plot in 1605. Each year, it hosts the State Opening of Parliament, where the monarch formally addresses both Houses. The building embodies centuries of political evolution and democratic tradition.
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