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Utah State Capitol, Salt Lake City

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Government Building · Tourist Spot
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Utah State Capitol is one of the state's major landmarks, noted for its design that melds Neoclassical Revival and Corinthian style architecture. This combination of styles earned it a spot on the National Register of Historic Places. Designed by architect Richard K.A. Kletting and built between 1912 and 1916, the building overlooks Salt Lake City's downtown as the centerpiece of a complex of government structures. The building offers free guided tours of some of its common areas, including the imposing central rotunda, which features paintings of scenes from the state's early history. Outside the grand building you can explore a picturesque park that contains several memorials and a reflecting pond. Plan trip to Salt Lake City with our itinerary maker to find out where to go and what to do.
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  • It is a walk uphill to visit the state capitol but worth it. It is a wonderful building both in winter and summer! There are better view points around the city but just do a 360 and you are blessed.....  more
    It is a walk uphill to visit the state capitol but worth it. It is a wonderful building both in winter and summer! There are better view points around the city but just do a 360 and you are blessed.....  more »
  • Nice to be able to visit the Capitol in your own pace. You could look into the different chambers, and enjoy the various displays on the history of Utah. The view from the Capitol over SLC is also... 
    Nice to be able to visit the Capitol in your own pace. You could look into the different chambers, and enjoy the various displays on the history of Utah. The view from the Capitol over SLC is also...  more »
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  • Beautifully done! You have to visit this place. I really enjoyed the history. The architecture was amazing inside. So much more to see than I expected. If you are visiting Salt Lake City you should definitely check this place out! This is an excellent place to go when the weather isn’t great outside. I highly recommend this place.
  • Our 1st stop here upon arriving from Ft Worth, to visit family and grab some of that historic snow! We just randomly arrived, and walked right in, and took a stroll throughout the building. Tours are available, but not for us today... timing. The architecture is stunning, regal, and somewhat intimidating. Bring your best behavior, and quiet voice, as this place will transform you to a different time and place. WOW! The history, art, marble, and meeting rooms were a delight to wander about. I suddenly found my posture improving, and my respect for those before us, well... humbling. Yay for us, just spontaneously stopping in. So worth your time. Nice job Utah!

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