National Carillon, Bell tower in Canberra, Australia
The National Carillon rises 50 meters above Aspen Island in Lake Burley Griffin, featuring white concrete plates and hexagonal floor tiles.
The British government presented this musical instrument to Australia in 1970 to celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of Canberra as the national capital.
Musicians perform regular concerts on the 55 bronze bells weighing from seven kilograms to six tons, covering four and a half chromatic octaves.
Visitors access the National Carillon through a footbridge connecting Aspen Island to Kings Park on the northern shore of Lake Burley Griffin.
The upper section includes a dining room with kitchen facilities available for rent, offering panoramic views across Lake Burley Griffin and central Canberra.
Location: Australian Capital Territory
Inception: 1970
GPS coordinates: -35.29821,149.14194
Latest update: May 11, 2025 10:54
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