Botswana Parliament Building
GPTKB entity
Statements (59)
Predicate | Object |
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gptkbp:instanceOf |
building
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gptkbp:accessibility |
wheelchair accessible
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gptkbp:architect |
gptkb:Hugh_Stubbins
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gptkbp:area |
20,000 square meters
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gptkbp:built |
designed for community engagement
designed for safety designed for functionality completed on time designed for sustainability designed for accessibility designed for aesthetics built to withstand earthquakes completed within budget constructed by local contractors constructed with public input designed for administrative functions designed for ceremonial functions designed for cultural representation designed for environmental considerations designed for future generations designed for historical preservation designed for legislative functions designed for public use designed for security functions designed for technological integration designed to accommodate future expansion utilizes local materials funded_by_the_government_of_Botswana |
gptkbp:completed |
1985
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gptkbp:cultural_significance |
tourist attraction
historical landmark venue for political discourse |
gptkbp:design |
natural lighting
large dome modern materials symbol of national identity unique architectural features open atrium landmark_in_Gaborone |
gptkbp:events |
national celebrations
official ceremonies parliamentary sessions |
gptkbp:features |
landscaped gardens
exhibition space committee rooms public galleries offices for members of parliament Senate_chamber chamber_for_the_National_Assembly |
gptkbp:function |
legislative assembly
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gptkbp:height |
approximately 50 meters
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https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Botswana Parliament Building
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gptkbp:location |
gptkb:Gaborone
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gptkbp:renovated |
underwent renovations in 2010
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gptkbp:security |
high security measures
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gptkbp:significance |
symbol_of_democracy_in_Botswana
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gptkbp:style |
modernist
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gptkbp:sustainability |
energy-efficient design
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gptkbp:visitors |
open to the public
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