The City Chambers is the masterpiece of the architect William Young and is one of the most prestigious buildings in Glasgow. The edifice overlooks George Square. Built during an era when the city and its people were at the acme of glory, the City Chambers shout out Glasgow's authentic history and wealth. Tactile and visual archetypes of visual art dominate the interiors of the building. Inaugurated by Queen Victoria way back in the year of 1888, today, the City Chambers is the headquarters of the largest local authority in Scotland, the Glasgow City Council. With a strong appeal amongst Glaswegians and Scot's in general , this Victrorian civic building has also begun to appeal to holidaymakers in the country.