'Diminish and Ascend'
An aluminum sculpture by David McCracken, known as a 'stairway to heaven', located in Christchurch Botanic Gardens.

📜 Welded aluminum sculpture by New Zealand artist David McCracken.
🔍 Stands in Kiosk Lake at Christchurch Botanic Gardens.

Why Go

✨ Optical illusion of an endless stairway
📸 Popular for photography
🦆 Observe resident ducks and seagulls
🌳 Located within beautiful Botanic Gardens

Why Avoid

⚠️ Sculpture's pointy end has impaled birds

Tips

🚶‍♀️ Easy access within Christchurch Botanic Gardens

Cost

💰 Entrance is free.

Hours

🕒 Daily, 7 a.m. to 6.30 p.m.

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