People shelter and lighting candelabra
People shelter and lighting candelabra, Bus shelter with lighting candelabra in New City South, Bienne, Switzerland.
The dual-purpose structure combines a passenger waiting area with an integrated lighting system, featuring architectural elements typical of Swiss design principles.
The shelter and candelabra, constructed in 1927, represents an early example of urban infrastructure designed to serve public transportation needs in Bienne.
The structure holds official recognition as a Swiss cultural property of cantonal significance, demonstrating the regional commitment to preserving municipal architecture.
Located at coordinates 47.136715, 7.246491, the shelter provides protection from weather conditions while illuminating the surrounding area for evening travelers.
The structure integrates into the municipal inventory of historical monuments as one of few remaining examples of early twentieth-century public transport infrastructure.
Location: Bienne
Inception: 1927
Part of: list of cultural properties in Bienne (new town)
GPS coordinates: 47.13672,7.24649
Latest update: March 7, 2025 19:02
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