Capitol Hill Complex (Salt Lake City, Utah)

USA / Utah / Salt Lake City / Salt Lake City, Utah
 park, state government
In 1888, Salt Lake City donated 20 acres of land—then known as Arsenal Hill for its previous use as private munitions storage—to the Utah Territory for the construction of a capitol building. Capitol construction commenced in 1912. A massive renovation project from 2004 to 2008 not only restored the Capitol's original beauty but also fulfilled many of Kletting's early visions for the Hill. The Capitol Hill Complex has grown to include Senate, House and state office buildings. Inside the Capitol and around its grounds, a wide variety of original artwork, treasured artifacts, and historical monuments are on display.
Wikipedia article: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Utah_State_Capitol#Grounds_and_Capitol_Complex
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Coordinates:   40°46'40"N   111°53'17"W

Comments

  • It's strikingly similar on the outside to St. Paul's Cathedral in London (somewhat smaller though).
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