Margaret Island Water Tower, Water tower on Margaret Island, Budapest, Hungary
The Margaret Island Water Tower is an iron structure rising approximately 27 meters above ground that originally stored water in a basin holding 15,000 cubic meters. The iron-concrete construction now houses exhibition spaces in its upper chamber, which are accessible to visitors exploring the island.
The structure was designed by architect Szilárd Zielinski in 1911 as part of Budapest's early twentieth-century infrastructure expansion. Water supply operations continued from its construction until being discontinued in 2003.
The tower now functions as an exhibition space where different art collections are displayed throughout the year. These installations are located near the outdoor theater, giving the historic structure a contemporary cultural role.
The tower is open and visitors can enjoy wide views of Budapest from the observation platform. It is helpful to wear sturdy shoes, as reaching the platform requires climbing stairs and the viewing area can be slippery during wet weather.
At 57 meters tall, this was Hungary's tallest water tower, a distinction it held until operations ceased. The imposing height remains a striking landmark visible from across the island today.
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