Saturday, June 28, 2008

City views from Eureka Tower

Melbourne's Eureka Tower, 300M tall with 91 floors, lay claims as the tallest residential apartment in the southern hemisphere. It's viewing deck on the 88th floor claims the same as a public viewing deck.

More facts available at this link:
http://www.eurekaskydeck.com.au/cool-tower-facts.asp

(N.B. Photos were assembled from Google images search.)
It stand out prominently in its neighborhood, seen from many parts of the city.


























































These glass at the top are 24K gold plated!
















The Skydeck protrudes out with glass bottom makes your legs feel weak!
































Stunning view of the city by night.















City skyline of the central business district & land marks of Melbourne
















View of the busiest junction at Flinder Street Station.















View of St Paul Cathedral below















Bird's eye view of the Federation Square














The Arts Center and National Gallery of Victoria to the right















Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG)















View to the east of the city, the Yarra River & MCG
















Albert Park with a 9 hole golf course - the venue of F1 racing; normally the first race of the season in March. The sea behind is Port Philip Bay.
















A beautiful city, isn't it?
















Hope you enjoy Melbourne as much as I do.

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