Expo Tower
Soaring steel observation tower shaped as three petals, built as the emblem of a horticultural exposition.
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About this audio guide
This guide to the Expo Tower traces the design competition that beat out 127 other architects, and the decision to answer Antalya's ancient Hadrian's Gate with three soaring glass-and-steel petals of its own. You'll hear how the tower became the emblem of Turkey's first international horticultural exposition in 2016, drawing millions of visitors to the fairgrounds below. It also points you to the view from the top terraces, where the Mediterranean, the Taurus Mountains, and the old city meet.
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