Calgary Tower

This is the symbol of where I live. You cannot visit Calgary without visiting the Calgary Tower. It was completed in 1968, and officially opened to the public in June of that year. It gives a fabulous view of the city of Calgary, and is pretty much the most famous landmark we have here. Well, just about anyway, the Pengrowth Saddledome might be a close tie. The view is partially blocked on the north side by the other skyscrapers that have been erected since it was built. But nonetheless, the view from the top is incredible. On a clear day, you can even see the Rocky Mountains and foothills to the west of us. During the 1988 Calgary Winter Olympics, The tower lit a flame on top that could be seen for miles around. So this makes the Calgary Tower, the largest olympic torch in the world. On Canada Day, July 1st, of this year, they relit the torch in honor of our country.

I took this second photo of the area in which I live. You can even see my house from the top of the tower. Come to think of it, you can even see my bedroom window from there. Think you can find it? :o)