Dresden TV tower, Television tower in Dresden, Germany
Description
Dresden TV tower is a concrete communication structure in Wachwitz, a neighborhood on the hills along the Elbe. The construction rises 252 meters into the air and consists of a slender shaft that culminates in a spherical platform where a restaurant and observation deck were once located.
History
Construction began in 1964 commissioned by the East German postal service, following plans by Kurt Nowotny and Johannes Braune. After reunification, the tower closed to visitors in 1991 and has stood empty since, while renovation plans are being discussed.
Culture
The name refers to its technical function as a broadcast facility, though locals often simply call it the tower. From the outside, the shape recalls a slender glass on a round base, a nod to the original concept by the architects.
Practical
Currently, the interior of the tower is not accessible as extensive renovation work is planned. From surrounding paths and viewpoints in Wachwitz, visitors can view the silhouette of the structure quite well.
Did you know?
The two high-speed elevators needed only 25 seconds to transport visitors to a height of around 143 meters (469 feet), where the restaurant spread across two floors. This speed was among the fastest in Europe for such installations at the time.
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