Natural or urban, the observatories allow to contemplate cities or natural paradises from the highest
Great Canon of the Colorado
The viewpoint of the Grand Canon of Colorado, in Arizona, known as Skywalk, is a tourist attraction opened in March 2007, the work of architect David Jin, of Las Vegas.It is outside the Grand Canon National Park, specifically on one of the sides inside the Hualapai Indian reservation.
This viewpoint allows you to walk on a huge semicircular glass platform and steel built on a cliff at 1,200 meters high and enjoy the breathtaking views. Price : 24 euros, plus the rate to the Hualapi tribe (24 euros).
Mirador del Rio (Lanzarote)
The Mirador del Rio in Lanzarote, located at 479 meters high above sea level, it offers a privileged view of the islands of Graciosa, Montana Clara, Alegranza, Roque del Este and Roque del Oeste.The viewpoint offers several points for the observation of the Natural Park of the Chinijo Archipelago and the Risco de Famara.Responsible for the reconstruction of this former artillery position,« Baterias del Rio» ;, was the artist Cesar Manrique , who ordered an excavation in the mountains, building a restaurant in the hollow.
Inside a large circular window allows a spectacular view of the sea while outside a corridor surrounds the building and a terrace crowns the viewpoint with views of the sea arm that separate Lanzarote and the eighth island, the Rio as well as those of the rugged peaks of Famara or Las Salinas.
Price : Adults: 4,50 Euros.Children 7-12 years: 2.25 euros.
Oriental Pearl Tower, Shanghai
The Oriental Pearl Tower is a landmark of the Chinese city of Shanghai.Built in the district from Pudong, next to the Huangpu River, the communications tower began in 1990 and its viewpoint opened in 1994 at 468 meters from the ground.
The architecture of the Shanghai Tower-Modern Arch Design Co-con Eleven spheres of different sizes make it one of the most spectacular buildings in the world and its viewpoints offer an unbeatable view of the city with its impressive skyscrapers and bustling life.
The tourist can access three different levels .At 90 meters is the observatory« Space City» ;, at 263 meters the« Floor of Tourist View» and the highest at 350 meters is known as« Space Module» ;.
Price : Adults from 12 to 18 euros.
Top of the Rock, New York
The Top of the Rock building, reopened in 2005, allows a 360-degree panoramic view of New York City thanks to the three terraces located at the top of Rockefeller Plaza number 30.The observatory, which opened to the public for the first time in 1933, is located about 259 meters on floors 67 to 70.
The viewpoint was originally decorated as a ship deck with classic-style chairs and vents that simulated the chimneys of a ship.Since 2005 its decoration has been modified but continues to maintain some of the Arc Deco style of 1930 with the inclusion of limestone and fleur de lis panels among others.
Prices : Adults 25 dollars.Children 6 to 12 years 16 dollars and over 62 years 23 dollars
The Statue of Liberty, New York
The Statue of Liberty is one of the most famous landmarks in New York and from around the world.Located on Liberty Island (to visit it it is necessary to go by Ferry) to the south of the island of Manhattan was a gift from the French to the Americans in 1886 and its viewpoint, in the crown of the statue is one of the most coveted.
From the attacks of September 11, 2001 and until July 4, 2009, coinciding with the United States Independence Day, the viewpoint was closed to the public.The hurricane passed last October forced to re-close the building to be restored although it is expected to reopen on next May 27 to celebrate the feast of the "Day of the Fallen". Prices : Adults 18.50 euros.Over 62 years 13 euros.Children (5-12 years) 9 euros.
Tower of Pisa
The Tower of Pisa, in the Italian region of the Tuscany is the bell Aryan of the Cathedral and from the moment of its construction in 1173 began to lean.
The height of the tower is just over 55 meters from the base and is 8 levels.An internal spiral staircase with 294 steps leads the visitor to the highest area from where the whole of the Plaza de los Milagros is contemplated.On January 7, 1990 it was closed to the public as a security measure.stabilization Tower engineers announced that the tilt had been controlled and reopened to the public in 2001.
Price : 18 euros.Access to children under 8 years is not allowed.
Taipei 101, Taipei
Tower 101 has become the landmark of Taipei and possibly Taiwan.The building has 106 floors , five underground floors and101 above ground level and its spire crowns 509 meters high, which makes it the fourth tallest skyscraper in the world.
Climbing to the top of the building provides an impressive view of the city and surroundings.
Construction began in 1997 and was completed in approximately 7 years.The lower levels include a shopping center and restaurants.
Price : Adults 12 euros.Children under 12 years 10 euros
The Singapore Flyer, Singapore
The Singapore Flyer is the most beautiful viewpoint high in the world.It measures 165 meters high and is located in Singapore.It was inaugurated on February 11, 2008, and open to the public on March 1.
The Singapore Flyer has 28« ; capsules» with a capacity for 28 people that allows passengers.The ferris wheel allows visitors to enjoy the views of the bay of Singapore and the most characteristic points of the city, and on clear days the neighboring countries , Malaysia and Indonesia.
Price : Adults 14 euros Children (3-12 years) 13 euros
La Torre Eiffel, Paris
The Eiffel Tower in Paris is one of the most famous buildings in the world.Its iron structure was built by the French engineer Gustave Eiffel for the Universal Exhibition of 1889 and since then became in a symbol of the city.
With a height of 300 meters , later extended with an antenna at 325 meters, the Eiffel Tower was the tallest structure in the world for more 40 years, until the Chrysler building in New York, in 1930, passed through it.Millions of tourists visit this emblem of France and can access by elevator or staircase to the viewpoints of the tower.On a first level , located 57 meters above the ground, you have a view of 360° about Paris besides hosting a restaurant.
The second level is located 115 meters above the ground and the views are unbeatable.When the weather permits, it is estimated that it is possible to see up to 55 km south, 60 north, 65 east and 70 west.On this level is the restaurant Le Jules-Verne which has a Michelin star.The third level is located 275 meters above the ground and access is mandatory by an elevator.
Prices: Entrance ticket elevator to the second floor.Adult 8.50 euros.Young people from 12 to 24 years 7.00 euros and children from 4 to 12 years 4.00 euros.Ticket entrance elevator with top Adult 14.50 euros.Young people from 12 to 24 years 13 euros and children from 4 to 12 years 10 euros.Ticket entrance stairs (to the second floor) Adult 5 euros.Young people from 12 to 24 years 3.50 euros and children from 4 to 12 years 3.00 euros.
Shard Tower viewpoint, London
The Shard is the second tallest building in Europe-310 meters high with offices, luxury homes, a five-star hotel and restaurants.on February 1 he opened his spectacular viewpoint from which you can admire everything L ondres.
The imposing figure of the glazed skyscraper, built on the south bank of the Tamesis and next to the London Bridge, was designed by the Italian architect Renzo Piano and its observatory on the 72nd floor is the ideal place for contemplate the contrast between the different neighborhoods of the British capital.
Price : Children from 4 to 15 years 18.95 euros.Adults 24.95 euros.
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