QVB, Shopping centre in Australia
The QVB is a grand Victorian shopping building in central Sydney with over 180 shops and boutiques spread across multiple levels. The structure features ornate stonework, tall vaulted ceilings, and a prominent glass roof that brings light into the interior spaces.
The building was completed in 1898 as a project honoring the long reign of Queen Victoria. Its opening marked a new standard for shopping experiences in Australia and shaped the city's character for generations.
The building displays ornate decorative details and colored glass windows that visitors notice while walking through the halls. The spaces are designed to invite people to linger and create a place where shopping and architecture come together.
Visitors find a wide range of shopping and dining options as well as quieter areas to rest. The multiple entrances allow easy access from different sides, and clear signage helps navigate through the different levels.
The building's roof contains over 40,000 pieces of hand-crafted tile mosaic with intricate patterns. These detailed artworks, mostly unnoticed from below, show the exceptional craftsmanship invested in every part of the structure.
Location: Sydney
Official opening: December 14, 2019
GPS coordinates: -33.87130,151.20697
Latest update: December 6, 2025 19:08
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