Thursday, January 1, 2009

Marine Observation Tower - Norfolk, Va.

Marine Observation Tower - Pagoda and Oriental Garden

The Marine Observation Tower, also known as The Pagoda, was built in 1989 and was a gift to the Commonwealth of Virginia and the City of Norfolk from the Taiwan Provincial Government. The two story octagonal structure was built on and around the pillars that had previously supported a 500,000 gallon molasses storage tank. Materials for the tower were manufactured in Taiwan and shipped to Norfolk for assembly by Taiwanese craftsmen. In 1989 the Pagoda was refurbished and an oriental garden was planted around the Pagoda. The Pagoda is home to a restaurant serving American and Pacific Rim Cuisine and an art gallery featuring Oriental brush painting and Chinese artifacts. It is a popular destination for weddings, receptions, celebrations as well as cultural events.


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