Tintenpalast (Parliament Building)

Windhoek, Namibia

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The Tintenpalast, meaning “Ink Palace” in German, is the historic parliament building of Namibia and the seat of the country’s National Assembly and National Council in Windhoek.

Designed by architect Gottlieb Redecker and completed in 1913 during the German colonial period, the building is known for its elegant neoclassical architecture and its prominent location beside the Parliament Gardens. Originally built as an administrative center, it became the home of Namibia’s parliament after independence in 1990 and remains an important symbol of the nation’s political history and democratic governance.

Surrounded by well-maintained public gardens, the Tintenpalast is one of Windhoek’s most significant historic landmarks and a popular stop for visitors interested in Namibia’s history and government.