Yellow Submarine, Steel sculpture at Liverpool John Lennon Airport, England.
The Yellow Submarine is a steel sculpture at Liverpool John Lennon Airport measuring approximately 51 feet long and 15 feet tall. Its interior features a control cabin with genuine submarine equipment and twin spiral staircases for visitors to explore.
The sculpture was built in 1984 by around 80 apprentices from Cammell Laird shipyard for an international garden festival in Liverpool. It relocated to the airport in 2005, where it has greeted millions of travelers since then.
The sculpture draws from the 1968 animated film featuring The Beatles' song, making it a landmark connected to the city's music heritage. People visiting Liverpool recognize it as a symbol of the band's influence on popular culture.
The sculpture sits at the airport entrance, making it easy to locate and a convenient meeting point for travelers. Visitors can climb the staircases to explore the interior when time permits before or after flights.
The submarine is deliberately tilted to create the illusion of diving into an invisible ocean. This sense of motion makes it a memorable photo spot for passengers passing through.
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