Austins - Oldest Independent Dept Store Traditional Geocache
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Austins - Oldest Independent Dept Store
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Austins department store, a treasured landmark in the centre of Derry, is this year celebrating its 178th birthday. Established in 1830, Austins predates Jenners of Edinburgh by 5 years, Harrods of London by 15 years and Macys of New York by 25 years! Austins is the world's oldest independent department store, having grown remarkably from its humble beginnings almost two centuries ago.
Today, it stands proudly overlooking the historic center of the city, with commanding views of the entire district, Donegal and beyond. To mark its unique anniversary, this striking building has had a wonderful face lift with the entire stonework cleaned and painted, the magnificent second floor balconies completely restored and the imposing corner turret returned to its former glory. The grand facade however is in stark contrast to the thoroughly modern interior with four floors featuring the best in department store retailing. From Fashions to Perfumes, from Homewares to Crystal, Austins is a refreshing change on the city's high street. Offering that something extra, that personal touch, and exceptional standards of service, Austins is more than a Store - it's a shopping tradition.
Come and enjoy this remarkable site, have a wonder through the store and enjoy a coffee on the top floor with wonderful views of the city, below.
The cache is unlike any you may have come across thus far in your caching travels. Its a nano cache but not what you might be thinking. So dont look for the obvious.
This one truly is wheel chair friendly
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