Jatiya Sangsad Bhaban
Parliament house of Bangladesh, designed by Louis Kahn.
It was initially conceived for the Parliament of Pakistan and later completed after Bangladesh's independence.
Lore & Background
After independence, construction resumed under later governments without changing the original design.
Reader's Guide
The Jatiya Sangsad Bhaban is a landmark of modern architecture and Bengali heritage. Louis Kahn's design philosophy optimized space while representing Bengali culture, using an artificial lake to reflect the riverine landscape. The building's exterior features huge walls with deep porticoes and geometric openings.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jatiya Sangsad Bhaban?
It is the seat of Bangladesh's national legislature, functioning as the country's Parliament building. The complex houses the Jatiya Sangsad (National Assembly) where the nation's laws are debated and passed.
Who designed Jatiya Sangsad Bhaban?
American architect Louis Kahn created the design, originally conceived in the 1960s for the Parliament of Pakistan before Bangladesh's independence redirected the project to serve the new nation.
More in Notable Buildings And Monuments 25-34
Elsewhere in the Notable Buildings And Monuments universe
Spotted an error? Know more?
This is a living reference — every entry is fact-audited, and reader corrections feed straight into our audit queue. Suggest an edit · See this site's audit record