It's
not the tallest building in the Emerald City, but
because of its location, height, and the way it plays
with light the Washington Mutual Tower is certainly
one of the most visible. It is an integral part of
Seattle's skyline, and is easily recognizable from
most parts of the city. Its unique shape and knobby
top have earned it the nickname "the spark plug."
But better than the view of the tower is the view
from the tower. When the sky is clear, you can see
the Olympic mountains, the Cascade mountains, and
Mount Rainier. The tower has 26 elevators which move
at speeds up to 1,400 feet per minute.
