Inukshuk, Stone sculpture in English Bay, Canada
The grey granite Inukshuk monument stands six meters tall, weighing 31,500 kilograms, overlooking the waters of English Bay in Vancouver.
The Northwest Territories commissioned artist Alvin Kanak to create this monument for Expo 86, after which it was presented to Vancouver in 1987.
The structure represents traditional Inuit stone landmarks that served as navigation guides and territorial markers throughout the Arctic regions of North America.
Located at 1750 Beach Avenue, the monument features illumination at night and provides directions through its extended arms pointing to specific routes.
The sculpture incorporates geometric stone patterns and balanced rock formations that demonstrate precise engineering techniques used by Arctic indigenous peoples.
Location: Vancouver
Inception: 1986
Made from material: stone
GPS coordinates: 49.28432,-123.14375
Latest update: March 17, 2025 16:14
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