The Palace of Peace and Reconciliation, built in Astana, is a unique building made in the shape of a pyramid. It was erected in 2006 in the capital of Kazakhstan. The grand opening of the palace took place on September 1, 2006. The construction was carried out under the guidance of the famous architect Norman Foster, who arrived from Britain. Today this building is the main attraction of the capital.
The eighth wonder of the world
The pyramid, in fact, is a symbol of the unity of various religions and numerous cultures. By right, this majestic Palace of Peace and Accord, the photo of which is in all guidebooks of Kazakhstan, is called the eighth wonder of the world.
The first to propose this bold project was Nursultan Nazarbayev, who has been the president of the republic for many years now. It was originally planned that the constructed building would be used for meetings of leaders of world religions, as well as for holding multinational congresses. TodayThe Palace of Peace and Reconciliation has become something more than just another business center.
Symbol of Friendship of Peoples and Cultural Center
The pyramid is built on such a principle that each person can realize three concepts that are basic for all world religions. The underground part of the structure is built in dark colors (the lower world), the part of the building occupying the middle position is made in white colors (the symbol of peace), and the palace is crowned with a glass dome - a symbol of the boundless sky.
Greatness and elegance of the structure is given by an interesting upper part, made in the form of a stained-glass window, on which doves are depicted. The number of birds is 130, which by number symbolizes all the nationalities living in the Republic of Kazakhstan.
It is also unique that the Palace of Peace and Reconciliation was built in strict accordance with the rule of the golden section: the length of one side laid at the base is equal to the total height of the building.
Pyramid is a world treasure
There are no analogues to this iconic architectural structure anywhere on our planet. The Palace of Peace and Accord (address: Astana, Manas St., 57) is located on an area of 28 thousand square meters. meters at a height of more than 60 meters (exact height 62.0 m).
There are many halls inside the pyramid:
- conference facilities;
- concert hall;
- hall for solemn ceremonies.
Besides this, there are exhibition pavilions, press centers.
Opera Hall (akaconcert) is beautifully decorated in gold tones with dark cherry color inserts. The window opening of the concert hall is a window-sun. The concert hall can accommodate about 1350 spectators. At the same time, it has 25 rooms used as dressing rooms. The orchestra pit can accommodate 80 people at the same time.
The largest area in the building is given over to the hall called "Cheops Atrium". It occupies 2000 sq. m, while it includes 4 galleries. One of them presents a grandiose composition of huge size called “The Master Plan for the Development of the Capital of Kazakhstan until 2030.”
When it takes your breath away
A truly bewitching sight opens when you visit the hall, which is called the "Cradle", it is located at the very top of the pyramid. You can go up to this hall by an elevator, but not a simple one, but a glass one, and, besides, it moves diagonally. As the elevator rises, you can admire the magnificent landscapes surrounding the palace.
Many people prefer walking to the elevator, because while climbing in this way, you can enjoy the "Hanging Gardens of Astana", which are located on the territory of the palace. Plants from all over the world are represented here, and this spectacle is mesmerizing. The Palace of Peace and Reconciliation delights with its magnificence.
The unique man-made structure made of steel, glass, aluminum and other modern materials is simply breathtaking. At night stained glass on top of the pyramidilluminated from within, which creates the impression of a bright path to unity, the world of all religions of our vast planet.
The Palace of Peace and Harmony is considered to be the center of religion and cultures of the world. Office hours: Mon. - Sun. from 10:00 to 18:00. Tours are conducted in three languages: Russian, Kazakh and English. This place is worth a visit to see the eighth wonder of the world with your own eyes. It will not leave you indifferent.
