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Telstra Tower

Telstra TowerPascal Vuylsteker from Paris, France - Australia · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
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Telstra Tower is a telecommunications and observation tower perched atop Black Mountain, providing visitors with breathtaking panoramic vistas of Canberra, Lake Burley Griffin, and the distant Brindabella Ranges. Inside, an indoor observation deck and a revolving restaurant allow you to soak in the scenery, while interpretive displays explain the tower's role in Australia's communication network. The experience is defined by the ever-changing light over the capital, making each visit unique.

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  • Indoor observation deck with floor-to-ceiling windows for 360-degree views
  • Revolving restaurant offering a meal with a slowly changing panorama
  • Interpretive exhibits on telecommunications history and the tower's construction

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You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.

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