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In Mosta, Malta, the Rotunda of Santa Marija Assunta is covered by a saucer dome.
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In Mosta, Malta, the Rotunda of Santa Marija Assunta is covered by a saucer dome.

A rotunda is a term frequently applied to any large round building, often covered by a dome. It can also refer to a round room within a building (a famous example being within the US Capitol). The Pantheon in Rome is a famous rotunda. Several cities have buildings referred to as "the Rotunda", among them:

In geometry, the pentagonal rotunda is a polyhedral solid formed from half an icosidodecahedron.


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The Rotunda is used for important ceremonial events as authorized by concurrent resolution, such as the lying in state of eminent citizens and the dedication of works of art.
The Rotunda was completed under the direction of Charles Bulfinch by the time of the visit of the Marquis de Lafayette in 1824.
Conceived in the age of neoclassicism, the Rotunda was intended to recall the Pantheon, the ancient Roman temple.
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Every member of the hospital staff is aware of the emphasis we place on trying to make your stay in the Hospital not only a healthy one, but also a happy and productive one.
In addition to care of the pregnant woman and her child, the Rotunda also offers a comprehensive gynaecology service to women.
General gynaecology has been a feature of the hospital service for many years and more recently special services have been added.
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