Cabot Tower, Observation tower in Bristol, Great Britain.
Cabot Tower is a 32-meter observation tower standing on Brandon Hill with a circular base constructed from local limestone. The structure features two viewing platforms reached by a spiral staircase with 109 steps.
The tower was built between 1897 and 1898 to commemorate the 400th anniversary of John Cabot's voyage from Bristol to North America. This Victorian-era construction has shaped the city's character ever since its completion.
The tower sits on Brandon Hill and remains a landmark that connects Bristol to its seafaring past. Locals and visitors alike gather here to appreciate the city views and reflect on the region's maritime heritage.
Climbing the 109 steps through the narrow spiral staircase requires reasonable fitness levels. Visit on clear days to enjoy the best views across the city and harbor below.
Three commemorative plaques at the tower's base transmit location information using Morse code expressed through flashing lights. This unusual blend of Victorian monument and telegraph-style communication often goes unnoticed by visitors.
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