BT Tower, Office skyscraper in Swansea, Wales.
Description
The BT Tower is an office skyscraper in Swansea with 13 floors and a height of around 63 meters, making it a distinctive structure in the city's skyline. The building houses operational facilities and defines the streetscape in a central location on the Strand.
History
The building was constructed in 1970 by the British postal and telecommunications authority as part of the telecommunications infrastructure expansion. It emerged during a period of significant expansion of such facilities across Great Britain.
Culture
The tower shows the building style of the 1970s, when such modern office buildings shaped the appearance of British cities. Its design represents the industrial aesthetic of that era.
Practical
The building stands in a central location near Swansea Castle with good accessibility through various forms of transport. Its position on the Strand allows easy access to the city center and surrounding areas.
Did you know?
The building long served as a landmark for navigation work and was visible from various points across the city. This role as a local orientation point made it memorable for city residents.
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