Grand Union Camera Obscura, Douglas
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The Grand Union Camera Obscura is an unusual building which, via methods of light and mirrors, reflects images of the surrounding area onto large white screens within the dark confines of the building. The apparatus used is called a camera obscura. It is one of the many attractions that sprouted up on Douglas Head in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. ()
Coordinates: 54°8'36"N, 4°28'2"W
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Douglas HeadDouglas
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Day trips
Grand Union Camera Obscura – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Tower of Refuge, Manx Museum, Douglas Head Amphitheatre, All Saints Church.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which popular attractions are close to Grand Union Camera Obscura?
Nearby attractions include Douglas Head Lighthouse, Douglas (2 min walk), Douglas Head, Douglas (3 min walk), Douglas Head Amphitheatre, Douglas (3 min walk), St Mary's Isle, Douglas (13 min walk).
How to get to Grand Union Camera Obscura by public transport?
The nearest stations to Grand Union Camera Obscura:
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Tram
- Sea Terminal • Lines: Douglas Horse Tramway (14 min walk)
- Regent Street • Lines: Douglas Horse Tramway (16 min walk)
Bus
- Victoria Street • Lines: 1 (16 min walk)
- Loch Promenade • Lines: 1 (17 min walk)
Train
- Douglas Railway Station (21 min walk)