If you have stepped in Chicago, how can you miss out paying a visit to Water Tower Landmark at Michigan Avenue Chicago. The place has got a great historical presence, which is why it is counted as one of the popular city tourist attractions.
The Water Tower is recognized as one of the Chicago Office of Tourism's Official Visitor's Centers.
The Chicago Water Tower is a contributing property located in Old Chicago Water Tower District landmark district. 806 North Michigan Avenue is considered as its official address, and it is just adjacent to the Magnificent Mile shopping district in North Side community area of Chicago, Illinois.
Nearby you will also find Loyola University Chicago's downtown campus. It is the second-oldest water tower in United States, standing next to the Louisville Water Tower in Louisville, Kentucky.
Water Tower is also symbolized as Chicago's resilience and thus holds great prominence among the city tourists. The tower was eventually restored in the year 1962. Preceding this, in May 1969, the year of its centennial anniversary, Chicago Water Tower got selected by the American Water Works Association as the first American Water Landmark.
Talking about the structure, Oscar Wilde stated it as a look alike to castellated monstrosity with pepper boxes stuck all over it. It is impressive yet more acknowledging as it houses a world renowned gallery showcasing works from local photographers. This tourist spot has impressed thousands of tourists coming over and handed them an exciting tour experience.