State Capitol of Iowa

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The Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines, signifies the prodigious spirit of Iowa. Built between 1871 and 1886, this magnificent building represents, both inside and out, one of the nation's finest examples of 19th century architecture.

Inside, the building features an array of majesty including many different types and colors of marble, works of art, fixtures and carvings in both wood and stone. One of the most commanding features of the building is the towering dome. The dome, constructed of steel and brick, is externally gilded with 23-karat gold leaf. A belvedere on top of the large dome features a golden lantern at the top. In addition, four smaller golden lanterns are each attached to copper-covered domes at every corner of the building.

These four domes are decorated with vertical lines of intermittent gold, giving each a braided look. The state capitol is truly an impressive Iowa landmark. Each year the state capitol is visited not only by Iowans, but by people from all over the world. The capitol's golden dome can be seen for miles, symbolizing representative government for the citizens of the state.

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Embassy Suites On The River
… village of downtown des moines, iowa. The hotel
is adjacent to the principal Riverwalk connecting …
0.6 miles (1 km) from State Capitol of Iowa
 

Quality Inn And Suites Event
… one half mile from the iowa event center
less than one half mile from the …
0.8 miles (1.3 km) from State Capitol of Iowa
 

Kirkwood Civic Center Hotel
… des moines and is 5 miles from
des moines international airport. The Hotel …
1 mile (1.6 km) from State Capitol of Iowa

Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel
… service of a boutique. The hotel is listed
on the national register of historic places. …
1 mile (1.6 km) from State Capitol of Iowa

Marriott Des Moines
… traveler easy access via the skywalk to businesses
downtown and throughout the greater des moines …
1.2 miles (1.9 km) from State Capitol of Iowa
 

Distances are calculated as the crow flies, and are provided as an aid in planning only.

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