| Tuesday, 1-Apr-2008 09:09 |
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Tour: Sydney-Sydney Tower/Skywalk
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Balik dari Bondi Beach around 1730. Tunggu dinner at 1830 then sambung merayau. Kali ni pegi nak try Sydney Tower/Skywalk plak. Sebab memang join tour nie sorang2 so takde geng dgn sapa2. Tak sangka ramai gaks yg nak ikut. Kitaorg pergi bertujuh (Me+Huong+Javier+Saleh+Radin+Muhamed+Jihad). Tak jauh mana pon Sydney Tower dari tempat kitaorg stay, jalan kaki tak sampai 20 minit pon 
Sebab kitaorang pergi in a group+student so dapat diskaun. Tiket $40 for Sydney Tower+Observation Deck+Skywalk+OzTrek (Note: Sydney Tour Guide cost me $3 only)
| Quote: | Sydney Tower
Construction of Sydney Tower Centrepoint began in late 1970 with the first 52 shops opening in 1972. The office component was completed in 1974 and the final stage of the complex, the Sydney Tower, was opened to the public in August 1981.
Ranked as one of the safest buildings in the world the design has made the tower capable of withstanding earthquakes and extreme wind conditions. 56 cables stabilise the tower, and if the strands of these cables were laid end to end, they would reach from Sydney to Alice Springs, or from Sydney to New Zealand.
The turret has a capacity of 960 persons, and contains two levels of restaurants, a coffee lounge, an Observation Deck, two telecommunication transmission levels and three plant levels. Three high speed double deck lifts take approximately 40 seconds to travel from top to bottom.
The 1504 stairs, constantly monitored by security, provide emergency exit from the tower. Divided into two fire-isolated sets of pressurised stairs, they allow patrons direct access to street level.
The 420 windows of the tower are cleaned by a semi-automatic window-cleaning machine, which recycles and filters 50 litres of water. This machine takes two days to clean all 420 windows.
A 162,000 litre water tank, the tower's primary damping system, one million dollars worth of fire protection equipment and countless sprinklers add to the safety standards which far exceed normal building requirements. |
picture credit to Saleh & Amoi
| Quote: | Observation Deck
This is the gem at the top of Sydney’s crown. It's the best way to appreciate the contours of the Harbour and the spread of the city. There are two ways to get to the turret's Observation Deck - climb the 1504 stairs! - or ride to the top in one of three small, but fast, lifts. They power up the steel shaft of the tower in about 40 seconds to deposit you at the roof of Sydney for a 360-degree panorama you’ll never forget.
Standing 250 metres (820 feet) above the city streets, you encompass the breathtaking views of one of the world's most spectacular cities. Imagine if the first settlers were able to see such a view now! In the thriving city, everything looks neat: the tops of the fig trees in Hyde Park move in the wind like waves and the busy city streets seem to run smoothly.
You can now see Sydney Harbour Bridge as a bird does. Watch as ferries & yachts zoom around the stunning harbour. Watch cars and people going about their busy daily lives. Then cast your gaze around the horizon to see north towards the Central Coast of New South Wales, south towards the Royal National Park and Wollongong, and west all the way out to the distant Blue Mountains.
Towards Sydney airport the red tiled roofs of suburban bungalows stretch ever southwards, blue squares of swimming pools shimmering from grassy back yards. You might even catch a game of back yard cricket in action through the binoculars or see families enjoying time together in the many parks. |
Diaorg semua tinggi2! Aku dgn Huong je yg katik  (baca: jari aku tuh sepatutnya nampak macam nak gunting Sydney Haarbour Bridge, tapi x jadi la plak )
Naik Skywalk takleh bawak apa2, leh bawak badan je. Skyguides je yg bawak kamera & amik gambar semua. Cermin mata pon diaorg taruk tali supaya tak terbang (baca: rasa macam dah jadi nenek je bila kena pakai spek bertali gitu )
| Quote: | Skywalk is a unique high-altitude adventure on top of Sydney Tower. At 260 metres above Sydney, experience an exhilarating outdoor walk on the roof of the city. Skywalk is a 45 minute adventure, running approximately every 45 minutes- no bookings required.
Dressed in protective clothing and safety-harnessed to external walkways, Skywalkers experience a buzz unmatched by any other Sydney attraction, at double the height of Sydney Harbor Bridge and the same height as the Eiffel Tower. Step out onto the clouds as you venture across the glass-floored viewing platform for unique 360-degree views over glittering Sydney and beyond.
Expert Skyguides accompany you on your journey, providing colourful commentary. From the city’s famous golden beaches to the distant Blue Mountains, push your willpower to the edge as you face Sydney like never before: feel the high-altitude breeze, touch the clouds or simply hang out on the horizon. |
Dah abes skywalk, kitaorg masuk plak OzTrek. Best giler!!!!!! Memang berbaloi arr bayar $40 for everything. We were the last group on tour that night, so xyah rush2 utk kluar & dapat arr ronggeng semua activities lama2 sket.
Picture credit to http://www.sydneytoweroztrek.com.au
| Quote: | OzTrek - An amazing virtual reality ride across Australia
The largest simulated ride in the southern hemisphere and the only one of its kind in Australia. OzTrek takes you on an amazing virtual adventure across Australia’s cultural history and geography, where diverse Australian landscapes are brought to life with a unique integration of 3D holographic technology, animated models and scenic art.
Start your OzTrek journey soaring like a sea eagle above Sydney’s icons, gliding effortlessly over the Bridge, Opera House and the warm sands of Bondi beach; feel the exhilaration of white water rafting down a tropical Queensland river; take a mark on the field at a game of Aussie Rules Football; muster wild buffalos by helicopter in the Outback and get right into the jaws of a huge saltwater crocodile!
Your OzTrek journey excites the senses with its 180-degree cinema screens, special effects with sensational surround sound and heart-stopping real-motion seating! This ensures your virtual Australian tour is a fun addition to your Sydney visit and it should not be missed. |
source: http://www.sydneytoweroztrek.com.au
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