Queen Victoria Building, Shopping center in central Sydney, Australia.
The Queen Victoria Building occupies an entire block between George and York streets, featuring sandstone construction with Romanesque Revival architectural elements and copper domes.
Initially constructed between 1893 and 1898 under architect George McRae's direction, this structure served as a marketplace before undergoing multiple transformations over the decades.
The building incorporates elaborate stained glass windows and marble statues at its entrances, depicting figures representing industry, commerce, and knowledge.
The four-level structure contains over 200 retail shops, connecting directly to Town Hall Station through an underground passage and offering guided tours throughout the day.
The building houses a sealed letter from Queen Elizabeth II to Sydney citizens, scheduled to open in 2085, alongside two mechanical clocks depicting British and Australian history.
Location: New South Wales
Inception: 1898
Architects: George McRae
Architectural style: Romanesque Revival architecture
Made from material: sandstone
Address: 455 George St, Sydney NSW 2000
Website: http://qvb.com.au
GPS coordinates: -33.87180,151.20700
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:35
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