Pixel Pilgrimage

Big Pointy Building

is inspired by Transamerica Pyramid, San Francisco, California

Inspired by a real place

Transamerica Pyramid, San Francisco, California
Big Pointy Building in Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas
In gameReal world

Real-world photo: Wikimedia Commons

In the game

A pyramid-shaped skyscraper in the Financial district; you can reach the tiny roof and jump off with a parachute.

The real place

The Transamerica Pyramid, finished in 1972, is a 260 m pointed tower in the Financial District. The game's blunt name pokes fun at its shape.

Visiting

There is no public observation deck. The best views are from Columbus Avenue in North Beach or from Coit Tower.

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