Oerlikonturm, Observation tower in Oerlikon, Switzerland.
Oerlikonturm is an observation tower made of concrete, rising about 35 meters high with a central blue core enclosed in a fine steel mesh. The structure features two viewing platforms that visitors can access by climbing interior steps.
The City of Zurich built this observation tower in 2001 as a joint project between its Parks and Public Works departments. The structure was created as part of the broader development of public space in this district.
The tower functions as a landmark within Oerlikon Park, drawing people who seek a vantage point over the city. Visitors gather there to share views and connect with the landscape around them.
Visitors need to climb about 200 steps around the central core to reach the viewing areas, which requires some endurance. Comfortable shoes are recommended, as the stairs are narrow and the platforms have limited space.
The two viewing platforms sit at different heights, offering slightly different perspectives of the city and surrounding areas depending on which level you reach. This allows visitors to explore the landscape from multiple angles without leaving the tower.
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