The Palace of the Republic is a notable building located in Berlin, Germany. Constructed between 1973 and 1976, it served as the seat of the East German parliament and was a symbol of the German Democratic Republic. The structure is characterized by its distinctive glass and steel design, which reflects the modernist architectural style of the time. After the reunification of Germany in 1990, the Palace was closed and later faced debates about its future. In 2008, it was demolished to make way for the reconstruction of the Berlin Palace, a historical site that aims to preserve the cultural heritage of the city.