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Georgian Parliament Building — a history of isolation. By the late 1930s, the 'upper complex' was completed, opening onto Rustaveli Avenue with a broad courtyard and garden. After World War II, a lower wing was added, enclosing the courtyard space. Following the Rose Revolution, landscaping was introduced, making it impossible to hold significant rallies without blocking the avenue. Though back then, closing Rustaveli for protests posed no problems...