The Whispering Gallery

The Whispering Gallery is a circular or semi-circular chamber located inside a building, often a dome or large structure, where sound travels along its curved surfaces. When someone speaks softly along the wall, their voice travels as a wave around the curvature, allowing a person positioned elsewhere in the gallery to hear it clearly without shouting. This happens because sound waves reflect and focus along the curved surface, amplifying the voice at specific points. The effect relies on the geometry of the space, making it a fascinating example of acoustics and architectural design.