Toronto Attractions – CN Tower

At the heart of Toronto’s skyline stands the CN Tower, a world-class dining and entertainment destination visited by over 1.5 million people each year. Here are some exciting facts about one of the most famous landmarks in Toronto and the world. Standing tall at 553.33 metres, the CN Tower is a Canadian icon. Designated an engineering Wonder of the Modern World, Canada’s National Tower joins the ranks of other world famous structures, including the Golden Gate Bridge, the Channel Tunnel and the Empire State Building. It was originally built for telecommunications and still provides clear signals for over 30 TV, radio and cellular systems. The CN Tower was also built to withstand many severe weather conditions including extreme winds and lighting strikes (which occur a striking 75 times per year!). Offering one of the longest continuous elevator rides on the planet, the CN Tower was named #1 elevator ride in the world by National Geographic. Travelling at a speed of 22 kph it takes 58 seconds to reach the Look-Out Level, which is famous, itself, for its see-through glass floor. You’ll experience an adrenaline rush like never before as you look straight down to the ground from 342 metres up in the air. (The glass is only 6 centimetres thick but don’t fret, it’s specially designed to withstand the weight of 14 hippopotamuses!). On a clear day visitors can to see sights up to 120 km away, including Niagara Falls and Rochester, New York. One stop higher is the Sky Pod Level …