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This fourteen story tower known as the Commonwealth Building, formerly known as the Equitable Building was said to be one of the first glass box towers that was ever built. The building, built between 1944 and 1948 operated as the headquarters of the Equitable Savings and Loan Association and was known to be equipped with modern elements for its time, such as double-glazed window panels and complete air-conditioning.
Interstate Bridge connects Portland to its Northern counterpart, Vancouver, Washington. The east bridge was completed first, in 1917. The second bridge wasn't built until 1958. Since completion of the western bridge, it became the route for southbound I-5 traffic, while the eastern bridge provided access for northbound folks. The more than 3,500-foot bridges are relatively low, providing a feeling of gliding over the water below.
Swan Island Boat Ramp is a small wharf at the Swan Island Basin. Found close to the picturesque Willamette River, the ramp is occasionally used by boaters and fishing enthusiasts. An ideal spot to stroll by and escape the city buzz, it proffers some beautiful views of Portland's northern landscape.
