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Touching the Skies – 10 of the Tallest Structures on the Planet

A Fantasy Spire Pierces the Russian Sky

The Ostankino Tower in Moscow, Russia, stands tall at 1,772 feet. It’s the tallest free-standing structure in all of Europe and offers fantastic views of the Moscow skyline and cityscape from the top. This tower features two different observation areas: one at 1,105 feet and another at 1,115 feet.

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Ostankino Tower was constructed back in the 1960s and opened up in 1967. It is used as a radio and TV tower and is owned by the Russian TV and Radio Broadcasting Network.