Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada: Giant Fiddle
Officially this is a giant Celtic Fiddle, nearly 50 feet high. It stands next to the town's cruise ship terminal, welcoming passengers from other Celtic fiddle countries.
- Address:
- 90 Esplanade, Sydney, NS, Canada
- Directions:
- Follow Hwy 4 north until it turns into Esplanade. Continue following Esplanade north after Hwy 4 veers east. The Violin will be on the left, next to the water and the Joan Harriss Cruise Ship Pavilion, between Nepean and York Sts.
- Hours:
- Lit at night. Local health policies may affect hours and access.
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Wow! The Giant Fiddle was bigger then I expected!
[Jeff Hammer, 06/28/2014]World's largest fiddle and bow, constructed on Sydney's waterfront (cruise port) to honor the area's Scottish musical heritage. Weighs 10 tons and cost $100,000.
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