Water Tower, Esbjerg is one of the must-see tourist attractions in Esbjerg in Demark. When on a visit to the lovely city of Esbjerg do not give the Water Tower, Esbjerg a miss. Get to know more about Water Tower, Esbjerg through Denmark Travel Guide.
Esbjerg Info
Esbjerg, the capital city of West Jutland, is small picturesque city tucked on the Jutland Peninsula towards the southwestern part of Denmark. The city still retains its regal grandeur amidst its palaces and castles. The city is any photographer's delight. Some amazingly beautiful windswept sanddunes can be found near Esbjerg. The city has a spectacular port by the North Sea.
Tourist Attractions in Esbjerg
The city of Esbjerg offers ample places for sightseeing in Esbjerg. Some of the must-see tourist attractions in Esbjerg are:
- Esbjerg Museum
- Museum of Fishing & Shipping
- Bogtrykmuseet
- Esbjerg Art Museum,
- Mennesket ved havet(Man at the sea)
- Water Tower, Esbjerg
- Marbęk Nature Park
- Grundvigs Church and Jerne Church
Water Tower, Esbjerg
Water Tower, Esbjerg is one of the landmark structures in the city of Esbjerg. Water Tower in Esbjerg was built by C.H. Clausen during 1896-1897. The tower stands tall on a burial mound that dates back to the Bronze Age, above the city harbor, amidst the Esbjerg municipal park.
History of Water Tower, Esbjerg
During 1894-1895 the small city of Esbjerg had no waterworks. The city was fed by water posts and wells. However, after a spate of unsuccessful attempts of drilling to find water, the city people discovered water in Vognsbol Park. It led to the building of the Water Tower. It provided water supply to the city. It is said that the tower held 131 cubic meters of water. When the city consumption rose another tower was built and following that water was directly let out into the homes. Later the Water Tower, Esbjerg served to contain the surplus water.
Water Tower, Esbjerg: Presently...
Presently Water Tower is open to visitors. The visitors are required to pay an admission fee to visit the tower. It houses a museum which has an extensive collection of artifacts, paintings, sculptures covering the history of the city and its development. At the entrance to the tower you will get to see the iron sculpture called the 'Esbjerg' made by Robert Jacobsen. The tower offers the perfect base to enjoy sweeping views of the city, the North Sea in front and the surrounding islands.
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