Truly a landmark in Seattle - The Space Needle Visitor Guide

Designed for the 1962 world fair, the Space Needle in Seattle is a architectural marvel. The tower is 184 meters high and weighs a staggering 9,550 tons. During the world trade fair, at least 20,000 people visited the tower every day. Once the tallest structure west of Mississippi river; the tower has been built to withstand strong winds up to 200 miles per hour.

Seattle Space Needle

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At 160m, there is an observation deck and a gift shop for the visitors to have a view of the city from an amazing height and at the same time buy some important memorabilia. There is also a Sky City rotating restaurant at 500 feet, known to serve great variety of food. There are elevators to take the people to the top. It takes almost 40 seconds to reach the top. Once can see the Elliot bay and Mount Baker from the observation deck apart from the extended view of the city.

Spance Needle, Seattle on Wiki

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Tall towers - Seattle Space Needle

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There are almost 25 rods atop the tower to save it from lightening strikes. There is also a legacy light on the top of the tower that shoot skywards on National holidays. The light was first illuminated on the eve on New Year in the year 2000.

The Space Needle has become a prime attraction over the years and has seen a multitude of visitors from all over the world. It is been established as a true landmark in Seattle.