AWA Tower

AWA Tower, Sydney (Historic sites) — Fig. 01AWA Tower© J Bar · CC BY-SA 3.0

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About AWA Tower

The AWA Tower in Sydney is a historic office and telecommunications complex on York Street. The 15-story building was constructed between 1937 and 1939 in the Art Deco style by the architects Morrow and Gordon. A striking steel-lattice transmission tower crowns the roof, bringing the structure's total height to 111 meters (364 feet). One of the city's landmarks, it remained the tallest building in Sydney until the 1960s. Visitors can admire the imposing facade and the architectural combination of office block and radio station, which reflects Australia's technical history.

Based on the article “AWA-Hochhaus” from the German Wikipedia, summarized and rephrased by a language modelLicense CC BY-SA 4.0

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At a glance

Category: Sight › Historic sites
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Sydney, Australia
District: Sydney
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Website: www.sydneyarchitecture.com
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Coordinates: -33.86690° N · 151.20600° E
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Identifier: ID 60a0be6a-53f…

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FAQ about AWA Tower

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What is the AWA Tower in Sydney?

The AWA Tower is a historic office and telecommunications complex on York Street in downtown Sydney, Australia. The building combines an office block with a radio facility, reflecting Australia's technological history. It is considered one of Sydney's landmarks.

How tall is the AWA Tower in Sydney?

The AWA Tower in Sydney reaches a total height of 111 meters (364 feet). That height comes from the distinctive steel-lattice transmission tower perched on top of the building. The AWA Tower remained Sydney's tallest building until the 1960s.

When was the AWA Tower in Sydney built, and by whom?

The AWA Tower in Sydney was built between 1937 and 1939 by the architects Morrow and Gordon. The 15-story building is designed in the Art Deco style. On site, you can admire above all the imposing facade and the combination of office building and transmission tower.

What can you see around the AWA Tower in Sydney?

Around the AWA Tower in Sydney, several memorials, historic buildings, and a museum are within walking distance. The Royal Australian Regiment Memorial is about 67 meters (220 feet) away, and the Westpac Heritage Museum is about 88 meters (290 feet) away. A little farther out are the historic Sydney Post Office (about 135 meters / 443 feet), the Cenotaph (about 178 meters / 584 feet), and Challis House (about 182 meters / 597 feet).

Are there restaurants near the AWA Tower in Sydney?

Yes, you'll find a very wide selection of restaurants around the AWA Tower in Sydney. travelguide195 lists roughly 487 restaurants within 500 meters (about 1,640 feet) of the building on York Street.

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