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Palace of Westminster (Houses of Parliament)

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

A Gothic Revival government building in London, designed in the 19th century to evoke medieval Gothic architecture while serving modern parliamentary functions.

AP course connection

Topic 4.5: 4.5 Unit 4 Required Works

Unit 4

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