Thursday, October 11, 2012

The Capitol - Salt Lake City

Our next stopover was the Capitol - a splendid monument of immense proportions standing regally in the midst of extensive and sprawling green lawns. It was even more impressive than the Capitol at Washington D.C. Intially we just drove around and viewed the amazing structure from outside. We then decided to go in and have a peep inside. What we saw was an stunning spectacle of incredible grace and beauty. Being a Sunday all the offices and chambers including Senate Hall & Supreme Court were closed.
 The State Capitol is one of Utah’s most prominent landmarks. Designed by local architect Richard K. A. Kletting, the Capitol has been home to state government since its opening in 1916. Each year, thousands of people visit the Capitol to witness its modern magnificence and historic significance.The building houses the chambers of the Utah State Legislature, the offices of the Governor and Lt.Governor of Utah & The Supreme Court. It is located on Capitol Hill overlooking downtown Salt Lake City.

Sprawling Lawns
A Monument
The Visitors Hall - Facign the Capitol
House of Representatives
The Supreme Court
The Liberty Bell
The Magnificent Chandelier - Above and below

Light Shades & Interior decor


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17 comments:

  1. CarverOctober 11, 2012 at 7:46:00 PM PDT

    Thanks for the photographic tour.

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  2. IndraniOctober 11, 2012 at 8:27:00 PM PDT

    Great place to tour! Terrific shots!

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  3. LindaOctober 11, 2012 at 9:53:00 PM PDT

    What a wonderful tour! Fantastic captures!

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  4. anilkurup59October 11, 2012 at 11:53:00 PM PDT

    Looks like most of the US States Capitol has the same or similar structure.

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    1. RamakrishnanOctober 12, 2012 at 11:07:00 AM PDT

      Yes they all look alike. This was a revelation to me too. There is one in Boise too. I am yet to visit this one.

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  5. R Niranjan DasOctober 12, 2012 at 12:26:00 AM PDT

    Wonderful building!!

    http://www.rajniranjandas.blogspot.com

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  6. SandhyaOctober 12, 2012 at 12:51:00 AM PDT

    The interiors of the building is beautiful! Is the Liberty bell cracked a bit?

    Waiting to see more places, Ramakrishnan Sir!

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    1. RamakrishnanOctober 12, 2012 at 11:09:00 AM PDT

      Yes Sandhya there is a nice long crack clearly visible. No ides how this happened.

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  7. ZielonaMilaOctober 12, 2012 at 2:36:00 AM PDT

    Fantastic photograph, wonderful places. I am greeting

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  8. AnonymousOctober 12, 2012 at 9:34:00 AM PDT

    How ornate and elegant!!!

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  9. chitraOctober 12, 2012 at 9:40:00 AM PDT

    Amazing photography.Loved each and every pic.

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  10. DUTAOctober 12, 2012 at 12:39:00 PM PDT

    Magnificient building! Great photography!
    Thanks for sharing.

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  11. Forest Dream WeaverOctober 14, 2012 at 3:25:00 AM PDT

    Beautiful photos,everything looks so clear and bright!

    Ruby

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  12. UnknownOctober 14, 2012 at 8:43:00 AM PDT

    So, you're travelling in the US! That's great. Fantastic photos!

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  13. P.N. SubramanianOctober 16, 2012 at 10:01:00 AM PDT

    Superb pictures. Is it the camera you were using here in India. As The crack would have considerably reduced its sound.

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  14. P.N. SubramanianOctober 16, 2012 at 10:01:00 AM PDT

    Superb pictures. Is it the camera you were using here in India. As The crack would have considerably reduced its sound.

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  15. D.NambiarOctober 16, 2012 at 11:40:00 AM PDT

    Wow! Great structure, lovely premises.

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