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Jacob's Ladder is a landmark in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. It is a long pedestrian staircase that extends from Edward and Turbot Streets up to Wickham Terrace.
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Geography
Jacob's Ladder is within King Edward Park and provides the shortest but steepest pedestrian access from the Brisbane central business district to Spring Hill on the escarpment above. It is on the boundary of the park separating it from an office tower on the north-east, formerly the site of the Brisbane Trades Hall (1891–1984).
History
It is unclear when Jacob's Ladder was established, but there are references to its existence from as early as 1897. In 1920, the concrete steps were built with earlier photos showing a steep pathway without steps.
References
Jacob's Ladder, Brisbane Wikipedia(Text) CC BY-SA