Hello and welcome to TheCapitol.com
A website about Pennsylvania's Capitol Building, a treasure trove of Pennsylvania history.

 

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It was somewhat cold and windy but a clear sunny day is all the camera lens needs!

 

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The Rotunda was strongly influenced by St. Peter's Basilica

 

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House of Representatives
(nothing against the Senate Chamber but the photos I have aren't the proper "shape" for a desktop.  I'll have to work on that)

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There are dozens of these round stained glass windows through out the Capitol

 

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The individual light bulbs cast an "x" shaped glow.
Be sure to ask your tour guide how.  There are free guided tours daily, click here for details

More hi-res photos here and here

Links

Virtual Tour of the Capitol - Very cool

Informative State operated site
Another State operated site
Capitol Building History

MORE LINKS

 

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