Imagine Peace Tower

The Imagine Peace Tower is a structure located on Videy Island, close to Reykjavik. A tribute to John Lennon by Yoko Ono, the museum's visual appeal and story make it a popular tourist attraction. Yoko Ono is an artist and activist and is also the wife of the late John Lennon.

The Beatles member, throughout his life, advocated peace and harmony through his art. So after he passed away, his wife wanted to preserve that hope and mindset through the tower. The tower shoots a beam of light vertically into the sky, creating a beam visible from far away. This beam of light shines only during periods of the year to signify dates relevant to Lennon and Ono. The tower lights up from October 9th, John Lennon's birthday, till December 8th, his death anniversary. Other days include New Year's Eve, February 18th (Yoko Ono's birthday), and other days. Even without the illumination, the tower is scenic. Visitors can look at the structure and discover "Imagine Peace," written in 24 languages. The tower succeeds in preserving the goal of John Lennon years after his death.