The old Former Prahran Arcade is on Chapel street. Built in 1889 is a richly detailed building both externally and internally in beautiful Victorian Baroque style. Retains the original arcade, but decorative roof was removed in the 1950s. Also known locally as "Birdland" due to pigeons which once bred in the recessed balconies of the building and the large eagles which adorn the facade. Was a Dan Murphy's cellar for many years, but currently a JB Hifi store and the clothing store.
I think most of the people when they look up and see this, They will wish the same as me that someone would restore it but there hasn't been any thread for long time until now. That is a sad thing for me.
8 comments:
What an impressive building!
Great building. Wonderful photograph!
It's terrific. I do remember it from my visits. Thanks for showing it.
Sydney - City and Suburbs
It's a magnificent building!
You said there are tenants — don't they maintain it?
well taken - love the detail on buildings like this.
Love the architecture!
Really a fabulous building - glad to see it still standing and put to good use!
Amanda
Very Grand! It's like nothing in MY neighborhood! Jacqueline
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