United Nations Headquarters
International complex housing the principal organs of a global organization dedicated to peace and security. The site features modern architecture and serves as a hub for diplomacy and international cooperation. Read more…
Opening hours
| Monday | 9:00 AM–5:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM–5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM–5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM–5:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM–5:00 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
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Completed in 1952, the complex serves as the main office for a global organization promoting peace, security, and cooperation among nations. It hosts key organs such as the General Assembly and Security Council, making it a central location for international diplomacy and global initiatives.
The architecture is notable for its modernist style, influenced by Le Corbusier, Oscar Niemeyer, and Wallace Harrison, among others, embodying the International Style. The site includes several buildings designed by a team of prominent architects and stands as a symbol of international collaboration.
The complex is wheelchair accessible and offers guided and virtual tours, exhibitions, and displays of artworks related to the organization's work addressing worldwide challenges. It remains a significant site for those studying global affairs and modern architectural design.
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