Dear @storiesoferne, the thoughts in my head are completely confused right now.😄
Of course, such a building, built in a poor country like Bulgaria (poor by EU standards), will always raise many questions. And I don't think there really are many people, let alone locals, who manage to evaluate it the way I evaluate it. The funny thing is that I am often perceived as a foreigner in my own country (and I feel that way myself), because I have never seen anyone else photograph the things and buildings I photograph and people always look at me strangely and questioningly when I do this (sometimes even threatening). Therefore, I really cannot say whether this building has fulfilled its purpose and achieved what it was built for. It impressed me. But my opinion and perception is often completely opposite to what is generally accepted.😁
On the other hand, as I said above, you are absolutely right about the name "Congress". This unnecessary pomposity is inherited from our sad past.
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Yes, that's understandable. I'd be scratching my head too if I was in your place. Well, I think nationalistic people, especially citizens of a country that had arguably strong political influences in the past, would be suspicious of your public actions, because of being different from the prevalent "herd mentality". Although you're a local yourself, your true intentions were simply for your interests in photography, design, and architecture.
Therefore, to avoid further confusion, including the unnecessary meddling with sensitive issues, let's just offer them the benefit of the doubt, and stick with what we do best - sharing our architectural impressions and experiences about the built environment. Thank you for this thought-provoking conversation dear @soulsdetour. Have a lovely one! 😊