The structure itself consists of nine stainless steel clad spheres connected by 20 tubes. According to the records from 1958, the object weighs as much as 2,400 tons. In total it is 102 meters high. The structure is preserved almost in original condition, and was renovated in 2006 in order to create a beautiful light show with 2,970 LEDS sparkling during the night.
Being locked in like all of us (I suppose) I had to dig in my archive pictures ! Not that you think I went out ! Anyway all tourist attractions, or exhibitions etc are cancelled or closed.
The Atomium
The balls and tubes which houses a restaurant in the top ball and escalators in the tubes, while in the middle tube is a lift.
The view from the last ball and the restaurant.
steps and escalator
Looking up in the middle tube where the lift goes up and down.
It is very beautiful at night
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That building is a work of art, really beautiful. Thanks for sharing. Take care.
ReplyDeleteI remember it as quite dull when I lived in Brussels. I was more interested in the cinema that was close by.
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ReplyDeleteI had seen photos of the outside before, but never the inside! Thank you so much - I really enjoyed seeing the view from the top, too!
Just about everything is closed here in the United States, too. We have orders to stay home except for grocery shopping and doctor's appointments.
Be careful, stay safe!
My goodness, that's a fascinating structure, and the views form the top are just amazing.
ReplyDeleteQuite an impressive structure! I've seen it many years ago(only its exterior),and loved it.
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