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Tall John Spire
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This is a detailed image of the spire of the Abbey Tower in Middelburg, Zeeland, The Netherlands.

The tower has gotten the nick name 'Lange Jan' which stands for 'Tall John'.

I can only provide you with its story in the Dutch language. But by checking-out you can see some photograps with the entire tower, giving you a better impression of it.

Some details: the tower was built in the second half of the 14th century, but was destroyed three times by fire. The last time because of a German WWII bombardment in 1940. The last restoration was completed in 1955.

The tower has a height of 90.5 meters (297 feet) and has a carillon with 40 bells which are played at daytime (twice an hour) causing a cozy atmosphere in the streets of Middelburg.

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::casechaser
01/21/21 11:08 AM GMT
Excellent picture, Mr C. You have given us such a wonderful view of Tall John's head. Uitstekend.
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.koca
01/21/21 11:54 AM GMT
Great capture, Cornelius, this Lange Jan is really very lange. :)))
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::jerseygurl
01/21/21 2:18 PM GMT
In addition to the spire, the lower portion of the building is also amazing - I would love to hear those 40 bells pealing out in the town of Middleburg - Great Capture and Link!!!
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::Starglow
01/21/21 5:02 PM GMT
Quite a unique looking structure, fine capture.
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::trixxie17
01/21/21 7:27 PM GMT
Great angle for this Mr. C. - really gives the impression of great height.
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::bfrank
01/21/21 10:24 PM GMT
It looks really bright and colorful. From what you said it has had even a more colorful history. Nice capture and story Cornelius.
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::tigger3
01/21/21 11:01 PM GMT
Such a beautiful post, and wonderful color, and details. tigs=^..^=
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