In a previous post, one of my readers (thanks, Sue!) mentioned a place named Batman, in Turkey. Talking about the “Batman” theme for a moment, a relatively new building was built in the 1990’s in Nashville, TN. Guess what they call it locally?
The AT&T building in Nashville is a 617-foot, 33-story skyscraper completed in 1994. It’s currently the tallest building in the State of Tennessee, and is designed as an office tower capable of occupation by 2000 employees. (Unfortunately, it does not have an observation deck…) 😦
The building’s footprint is 1-2/3 city blocks, it sits on 2.7 acres of land, has a 9 story underground parking garage, and a 3-story winter garden foyer. Its distinctive design and predominantly dark coloration have earned it the nickname “Batman Building” due to its resemblance to the cowl of superhero character “Batman.”
A view approximately eastbound on Nashville’s famous Broadway, with September crowds visiting its world-famous honky-tonks, the Batman Building dominating the center background, and the world-renowned Ryman Auditorium on the far left (that red brick building with gray shingle roof behind the bright red detour sign and the purple building (the world-famous Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge.)
Enjoy!
Mandy
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Great photo. Very interesting. I was not aware of the Batman Building but if I get to Nashville (it will be as a tourist not as a singer) I will make sure to check it out.
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If I tried to perform as a singer, it would clear the place out in less than a minute. Maybe a good way to evacuate in an emergency! LOL!
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The last time I was in Nashville was on a short business trip about 20 years ago. I remember on the drive from the airport seeing a bumper sticker that read “HONK IF YOU’RE ELVIS”.
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LOL! It’s an interesting and fun town.
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I wonder if Batman was in the architect’s mind? Maybe just subconsciously.
Great Britain is a great place to look for silly names: Catbrain, Brokenwind, Bushy Bottom … and a host of ruder ones!
Sue x
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Nice to know other places have them, too!
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