Monday, March 29, 2010

Eiffel tower replica in Yanam

The government of Pondicherry is planning to turn around the Eyes of the tourists by constructing a replica of Eiffel Tower (One of the World’s Wonder) in Yanam.

It is roughly estimated as, It will be around 100 metres tall and 14 acre-site at Guriampet overlooking the Bay of Bengal which is yet to built by Nagarjuna Construction Company.

Reliance Industries Limited and Gujarat State Petroleum Corporation had stepped forward to contribute by funding 5 crore (GSPC) to 27 crore (RIL)

Highlight of the Tower: Circular restaurant and Panoramic view

It is stated that, the tower will have a circular-shaped restaurant. The tower will also provide a panoramic view of the Bay of Bengal but entry will be restricted to the restaurant (at a height of about 40 metres) for safety reasons.
The tower will have rich landscaping around it for tourists to enjoy their visit.
The project is scheduled to be completed by the end of 2010.

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