The Three Graces at Liverpools Pier head
Liverpool lost its status as a UNESCO World Heritage Site last year it was felt the newer developments on the riverfront were not in keeping with the history of the city. I tend to agree with UNESCO the authorities in the city have allowed some pretty awful new buildings .
However there are still some wonderful buildings particularly at Liverpools Pierhead a trio of magnificent early twentieth century buildings built on the site of the former George's Dock and are referred to as "The Three Graces":
On the far left stands the Royal Liver Building, built between 1908 and 1911 and designed by Walter Aubrey Thomas. It is a grade I listed building consisting of two clock towers, both crowned by mythical Liver Birds. The birds are now the symbol of the city and are worn on the shirts of Liverpool football club. The building is the headquarters of the Royal Liver Friendly Society. In the centre of the shot is the Cunard Building, constructed between 1914 and 1916 and a grade II listed building. It is the former headquarters of the Cunard Line shipping company. Finally on the right is the Port of Liverpool Building, built from 1903 to 1907 and also grade II listed. It is the former home of the Mersey Docks and Harbour Board.
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The Three Graces at Liverpools Pier head
Liverpool lost its status as a UNESCO World Heritage Site last year it was felt the newer developments on the riverfront were not in keeping with the history of the city. I tend to agree with UNESCO the authorities in the city have allowed some pretty awful new buildings .
However there are still some wonderful buildings particularly at Liverpools Pierhead a trio of magnificent early twentieth century buildings built on the site of the former George's Dock and are referred to as "The Three Graces":
On the far left stands the Royal Liver Building, built between 1908 and 1911 and designed by Walter Aubrey Thomas. It is a grade I listed building consisting of two clock towers, both crowned by mythical Liver Birds. The birds are now the symbol of the city and are worn on the shirts of Liverpool football club. The building is the headquarters of the Royal Liver Friendly Society. In the centre of the shot is the Cunard Building, constructed between 1914 and 1916 and a grade II listed building. It is the former headquarters of the Cunard Line shipping company. Finally on the right is the Port of Liverpool Building, built from 1903 to 1907 and also grade II listed. It is the former home of the Mersey Docks and Harbour Board.
THANKS FOR YOUR VISIT TO MY STREAM.
I WOULD BE VERY GRATEFUL IF YOU COULD NOT FAVE A PHOTO WITHOUT ALSO LEAVING A COMMENT .