Round Conference Tables

why conferences are held in round table?.. why can't it be in square?? is there any significance to it?

Public Comments

1. Conferences can be held in any tables of any shape, or no tables. Round tables let everyone to face each other. No one can hide in the round table.
2. Round table's make people sit at equal distances and face each other...that's not the case in square or tables of any other shape
3. Usually, the chief person sits at the head of a rectangular table and others sit on his both sides. This is where a superiority has to be recognised. Sitting across in a round Table means, all are of equal importance or status. This also helps each to face each other and brings a certain amount of nearness.