National Congress
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Address | Palácio do Congresso Nacional - Praça dos 3 Poderes, Brasília - DF, 70160-900, Brazil |
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Hours | Closed ⋅ Opens 8:30AM |
Architectural styles | International Style |
Founded | Brazil |
Architects | Oscar Niemeyer |
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ID | 3076903 |
About National Congress
The National Congress of Brazil is the legislative body of Brazil's federal government. Unlike the state legislative assemblies and municipal chambers, the Congress is bicameral, composed of the Federal Senate and the Chamber of Deputies.
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