Skylon Tower, Observation tower in Niagara Falls, Canada
The 160-meter-tall cylindrical structure features indoor and outdoor observation decks with glass elevators carrying visitors to panoramic viewing platforms.
Construction of the Skylon Tower began in May 1964, and the official opening ceremony took place on October 6, 1965.
The tower belongs to the World Federation of Great Towers and includes family entertainment centers, dinosaur exhibitions, and 3D movie theaters.
Three yellow exterior elevators transport visitors to the observation deck in 52 seconds, offering visibility up to 125 kilometers on clear days.
The structure contains a revolving dining room that rotates completely every hour while providing views of Niagara Falls and the surrounding region.
Location: Ontario
Inception: October 1965
Architects: B+H Architects
Official opening: October 6, 1965
Floors above the ground: 3
Elevators: 3
Website: https://skylon.com
GPS coordinates: 43.08528,-79.07972
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:37
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