Sunsphere, Observation tower in World's Fair Park, Knoxville, US
The Sunsphere stands 81 meters tall with a golden glass sphere at its summit, offering panoramic views across downtown Knoxville and the Smoky Mountains.
Built as the centerpiece of the 1982 World's Fair, this steel and glass structure represented technological advancement and urban development in eastern Tennessee.
The observation deck on the fourth level provides visitors with educational displays about the 1982 World's Fair and Knoxville's transformation over the decades.
Visitors can reach the observation deck using three elevators, with current operating hours and admission details available through Visit Knoxville's official website.
The structure features a distinctive spherical design that reflects sunlight during the day and illuminates the Knoxville skyline after dark.
Location: Knoxville
Inception: 1982
Architectural style: modern architecture, high-tech architecture
Elevators: 3
Height: 81.07 m
Made from material: steel, glass
Address: 810 Clinch Ave, Knoxville, TN 37902 37902
Website: https://worldsfairpark.org/sunsphere
GPS coordinates: 35.96170,-83.92330
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:19
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