Tower sights in Canberra

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   National Carillon

   • Canberra, Australia
   • Sights › Tower

   On Aspen Island is the 50m-high National Carillon, a gift from Britain on Canberra’s 50th anniversary in 1963. The tower has 55 bronze bells, weighing from 7kg to 6 tonnes each, making it one of the world’s largest musical instruments. Daily recitals are held – call ahead or check www.nationalcapital.gov.au then hit ‘visiting’ to download the latest schedule.

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