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Apple apartments belfast obel tower 62 donegall quay. Its understood the sixstorey obel 68, beside the 27storey obel, is being sold by us fund marathon asset management. Built in 1846, belfasts most notorious prison was modelled on londons pentonville, and was the scene of 17 executions between 1854 and 1961. Dream apartments belfast, belfast updated 2020 prices. Soaring 81 m high, the obel tower on the banks of the river lagan is easily the most spectacular building currently under construction in belfast, northern ireland. Queen victoria stands at the front, and the grounds are dotted with many more statues and monuments, details of which can be found on a large map at the gates.
Obel was developed by the karl group and is located on. View a detailed profile of the structure 1184164 including further data and descriptions in the emporis database. There are 21 structures in the city taller than 45 metres 148 ft. As is john hewitt, duke of york for a real pub feel as is the crown bar as stated above. Being located in the heart of belfast and when complete the highest building in northern ireland mean the 28storey tower is one of the most soughtafter addresses in the city. Belfast through time is aidan campbells latest local history book. We highlight the most inspiring experiences ireland has to offer. T he obel development on donegall quay, which includes irelands tallest building. Offers are now invited for the 52,000 sq ft obel 68, adjacent to the 85 metre 279 ft. Guinness is good for you and my goodness, my guinness.
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