Gatlinburg Space Needle facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Gatlinburg Space Needle |
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Gatlinburg, Tennessee with the Space Needle at center
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| General information | |
| Type | observation, tourist attraction |
| Location | Gatlinburg, Tennessee, United States |
| Coordinates | 35°42′39″N 83°31′07″W / 35.7108144°N 83.5186272°W |
| Construction started | 1968 |
| Completed | 1969 |
| Height | |
| Roof | 407 feet (124 m) |
| Top floor | 342 feet (104 m) (observation deck) |
| Technical details | |
| Floor count | 3 |
| Lifts/elevators | 2 |
The Gatlinburg Space Needle is a very tall tower in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, United States. It stands about 407 feet (124 meters) high! This amazing tower lets you see all around. From its top, you get a full 360-degree view of the beautiful Great Smoky Mountains and the whole city of Gatlinburg.
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The Gatlinburg Space Needle: A Sky-High Adventure
The Gatlinburg Space Needle is a famous landmark. It is the tallest building in the city of Gatlinburg. People visit it to enjoy amazing views and have fun.
What Can You See from the Top?
When you ride the glass elevators to the top, you step out onto an observation deck. This deck is outside and goes all the way around the tower. From here, you can see the rolling hills of the Great Smoky Mountains. You can also look down at the lively streets of Gatlinburg. It's a perfect spot for taking cool photos!
Fun Things to Do at the Base
The fun doesn't stop at the top of the tower. At the bottom of the Gatlinburg Space Needle, there's a big area with lots to do.
- There is a large arcade filled with many video games.
- You can try out exciting escape games with your friends.
- There's also a theater where you can watch the "Impossibilities" magic show. It features amazing magic tricks and illusions.
A Tall Landmark in Tennessee
The Gatlinburg Space Needle was finished in 1969. At that time, it was the second tallest tower in the state of Tennessee. Today, it is still one of the tallest towers in the state. Only a few other very tall TV and radio towers are higher than it.
