Not the best photo, but it's such an iconic sight in Seattle. Our hotel in the Queen Anne neighborhood had a roof-top seating area and this was the view. The view pairs well with a glass of wine.
A couple fun facts about the Space Needle—
» The restaurant isn't currently open, but the motor that turns it is 1Hp.
» It's over 600' (180m) tall, but the foundation is so massive that the structure's center of gravity is 5' (1.5m) off the ground.
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