GLASGOW'S skyline is set for transformation with two iconic water towers being prepared for illumination.
GLASGOW'S skyline is set for transformation with two iconic water towers being prepared for illumination.
The Craigend and Garthamlock water towers will be lit up like giant beacons to mark the start of a five-day festival of the East End's history and heritage.
The towers, which were originally built to supply Glasgow with water from Loch Katrine, will be bathed in light at 7.30pm a week tomorrow for the Discover Festival.
It boasts an exciting programme of performances, events and tours across the East End, to encourage people to re-discover the amazing buildings and history on their doorstep.
Bailie Catherine McMaster, chairwoman of Baillieston, Shettleston and Greater Easterhouse Community Planning Board said: "The re-lighting of the Garthamlock and Craigend community landmarks is a fitting way to mark the launch of Discover.
"I would encourage people from across the city to get involved - I want people to be adventurous and nosey during this weekend."
Discover takes place from September 16 to 20 as part of Doors Open Day, Glasgow's Built Heritage Festival which allows visitors into more than 140 buildings in the city this month.
This year more venues in Glasgow's East End will be participating than ever, providing visitors with access to some of the area's hidden gems.
One tour takes in more than 60 listed monuments in Bridgeton and Calton, while another event reveals a brief history of the 19th century weavers and mills in the East End.
There's also going to be a look at artist Andy Scott's public artworks, including the Easter-house Phoenix.
The story of Glasgow and its people from 1750 to present is to be told at the People's Palace and Winter Gardens.
Free shuttle buses will run from George Square to Provan Hall every hour during the festival and hop on/off community buses will then take visitors on a tour of east Glasgow.
Discover has been developed through a partnership with Glasgow Community Planning, Glasgow City Council, City Building, Culture & Sport Glasgow, Glasgow East Regeneration Agency, Glasgow Housing Association, Platform and a range of local partners.
For full details and how to book log on to www.glasgowdoorsopenday.com
Further information is also available from www.platform-online.co.uk and www.engageme.org.uk
