Astrolabe fountain outside Port Talbot Civic Centre
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Astrolabe fountain outside Port Talbot Civic Centre
Image: © Jaggery Taken: 2 Mar 2012
Located in front of the Civic Centre. http://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2851587 A plaque on the base of the fountain states that the design is based on an astrolabe, the ancient astronomical instrument, and represents the world. It is constructed of Welsh steel and coal products which have made the name of Port Talbot famous all over the world. The model ship symbolizes the port activities. The orbiting satellites suggest that the borough of Port Talbot is forward-looking and ready to accept new advanced developments.
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Image Location
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