History of the Palace of Westminster

The history of the Palace of Westminster began in the Middle Ages when it was used as a royal residence. The English (and subsequently British) Parliament of the United Kingdom has met there since 1295. The Palace burned down in 1834 and was replaced by the modern building.

History of the Palace of Westminster

The history of the Palace of Westminster began in the Middle Ages when it was used as a royal residence. The English (and subsequently British) Parliament of the United Kingdom has met there since 1295. The Palace burned down in 1834 and was replaced by the modern building.