The Denny Triangle or Denny Regrade falls somewhere between Belltown and the Denny Way. Like most neighborhoods in the city, there are formal borders which define the beginning and end of this district, but it is usually considered situated between the South Lake Union district and the Downtown region of the Emerald City. Important attractions that lie within or at the periphery of this region include, Seattle Center, Denny Park and many famous businesses, eateries and shops like Barolo Ristorante, Anne Sacks and such.
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A public art work of National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, The Soundgarden is an innovative concept that was created by Douglas Hollis in 1983. The venue consists of 12 metal towers, within which organic pipes of multiple sizes are situated. When the wind blows, these weathervane materials produce a strange kind of sound. The venue attracts several visitors who come to listen to these unusual tunes, and appreciate the uniqueness of Soundgarden's design.
Union Station Great Hall is a historical structure with a brick-like form for its exterior and neo-classical touches in the interiors. This enormous barrel-vaulted hall is 11,000 sq. feet in size and has a capacity of accommodating 430-700 people. It is wonderful to attend a function in the spacious hall complete with gilt, high coffered ceiling and the mosaic-tiled floor. Apart from being an architectural delight, this place is also rented out for weddings, parties, meetings and other social functions. Many events like the Chinese New Year have been held here.
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Nestled in Seattle's Belltown neighborhood, The Butterworth Building was erected to serve as the city's first mortuary in 1903. It functioned as the Butterworth & Sons mortuary, until a new location was chosen in 1923. Housing three floors, the topmost provided accommodation for employees, while the remaining were used as coffin showroom, embalming room, morgue and private offices. The building lies vacant, but the basement is home to the popular Kells Irish Restaurant and Pub. Rumor has it, that ghosts lurk throughout the building, making it a great exploration zone for lovers of paranormal activity.
