Palais Fédéral
The Palais Fédéral is the seat of the Oportian federal government, located in the heart of Vanie, the capital city of Oportia. Situated on the northern side of the Place de la Liberté, the Palais Fédéral is an imposing neoclassical structure that serves as a symbol of Oportian democracy and political power.
Construction of the Palais Fédéral began in 1707 AN under the direction of renowned architect Étienne Baudet. The building's design was inspired by the grand neoclassical architecture of Geneva, Alexandria, featuring a monumental façade with towering elegant columns, elaborate pediments, and a central dome rising 50 meters above the ground. The interior of the Palais Fédéral is equally impressive, with opulent marble halls, grand staircases, and intricately decorated chambers that house the Chamber of Deputies of Oportia, the Senate of Oportia, the offices of the Federal Representative of Oportia, the Chancellor of Oportia, and several other executive government officials.
The Palais Fédéral has been the backdrop for numerous significant events in Oportian history, including the signing of the Constitution of Oportia in 1722 AN and the inauguration of every Federal Representative since Jean Nouel, the first to hold the office. Visitors can take guided tours of the Palais Fédéral to explore its rich history and architectural grandeur, making it a popular tourist attraction in addition to its function as the nerve center of Oportian politics.
