Landmark
Yekaterinburg TV Tower
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The Yekaterinburg TV Tower is a striking, incomplete concrete structure that dominates the city's skyline with its unusual, almost skeletal form. Originally intended as a television transmission tower, construction was halted in the early 1990s, leaving a unique architectural relic. Visitors can view the tower from the outside, admiring its stark, industrial beauty and the way it contrasts with the surrounding buildings. It has become a popular subject for photographers and a symbol of the city's post-Soviet era. The tower is not open to the public, but its presence is a must-see for those interested in unconventional landmarks.
Don't miss
- Photograph the tower's unique, unfinished design against the Yekaterinburg skyline.
- Observe the contrast between the stark concrete structure and the modern city around it.
- Learn about the tower's history as a symbol of the post-Soviet transition period.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Yekaterinburg TV Tower
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inSkip the Line: Tallinn TV Tower Entrance Ticket4.2★ · 60 travelers1–2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$22 per personSee dates →
Best full dayKutaisi:Chiatura Tour with Katskhi Pillar & Cable Car Experience4.9★ · 107 travelers~8 hoursFree cancellationFrom$23 per personSee dates →
Private & flexibleSoviet past - Private day tour to Chiatura, Katskhi pillar and Chronicles5★ · 30 travelers9–11 hoursFree cancellationFrom$149 per personSee dates →More attractions in Yekaterinburg