A taste of grandeur with the QVB in the city. The Swarovski Crystal Garden that I posted a little while ago, can be seen in part, on that highest level four.
This stately building commenced in 1893. By 1959 it was in a state of disrepair, and eventually re-opened again in 1984.
This 10 metre clock, is known as the Great Australia Clock.
At this cordoned-off bar named the Christmas Cracker, a sip of champagne $AUD15, with a small selection of treats also $AUD15 was offered. A little bit of a Cinderalla setting...
From my seat for a light lunch, this photo shows in part the 24-metre Swarovski Christmas tree, which takes up three levels of the QVB. Adorned with 144,000 Swarovski crystals and 60,000 lights.
Dripping with Swarovski crystal candles
Oh wow, that svarowski tree is fabulous. What a beauty .
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I learned something new today. That is quite a place. Love the tree and really love the Great Australia clock.
ReplyDeletethat tree really is something. the crystal decorations - amazing they don't walk off... :)
ReplyDeleteWow, the building and the Christmas tree are beautiful! I can only imagine how beautiful it is in person.
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Barb
HI, Carole! What a beautiful building, I love all the arches. The tree is just gorgeous and the decorations are beatiful. Great post and photos! I wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas!
ReplyDeletea magnifique (?) building with all holiday decorations. :)
ReplyDeleteThis tress is just gorgeous!
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Beautiful building...beautiful tree!!! A sight to behold in person I'm sure!
ReplyDeleteWishing you a Merry Christmas and a Happy and blessed New Year Carole!
Paper Hugs,
Jan
Wow! beautiful post and love your photos! Merry Christmas! Joann
ReplyDeleteWow! Fantastic architecture! And that's a gorgeous tree!
ReplyDeleteWhat a treasure for your country! Such a magnificent structure. I know they cost a fortune to refurbish, but oh, the beauty. I can't get over the dome shot at the end. That is truly spectacular! The entire thing is a wonderful holiday treat for us all! Thank you so much! Your photography continues to have me in awe! --Sharyl
ReplyDeleteBeautiful festive photos of this magnificent old building. I always like to go there and have a stroll when visiting Sydney!
ReplyDeletewow...lovely architecture and pretty shots :)
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cheers,
My Third Eye
Wow ,That is grand ! Your photos have captured it all so beautifully.
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Beautiful tree and crystal decorations.
ReplyDeleteI am hoping to see this lovely building in the next week, beautiful photos.
ReplyDeleteJenni
This looks like a super mall. The architecture is great.
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Filip
Some wonderful shots of the QVB in here.
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