I have to assume that once the construction is done, there will be a final coat of paint & polish. Like most structures under construction, they are dirty looking. Similar to steel bridges, this one will apparently need relatively frequent maintenance, and a LOT of painting.
This is really a gem of a TV tower. Its a skyline icon, a gigantic sculpture.
I doubt the TV broadcasters are footing the bill, or if the observatory income will fund it. Regardless of who's paying for this "utilitarian art", I am happy to catch a glimpse of it. It really is a magnificent structure. If they just needed to broadcast, a guyed mast would have done the trick for less than 10% of the cost. But this is a real beauty, and whether or not it was a good use of available funds is always an endless debate.
I love this thing. Thanks for the photos.
Dammnnnn! Those shots are sweet. I love that the island has a light outline, haha. But anyways, the way the tower reflects in that first image is gorgeous.
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