Take for example the beautiful Ashton Memorial in Williamson Park, Lancaster’s historic castle and the iconic Art Deco Midland Hotel in Morecambe – landmarks that are admired by most who see them.
But our district also has a share of buildings which have often proved controversial and divided opinion.
Here we take a look at 10 local landmarks which people tend to either love or loathe.
. Bridge Square Apartments
These apartments at the old bus depot in Kingsway, Lancaster, were constructed in 2009. Photo: Google
. Lancaster University Infolab21
Lancaster University's world-class research, development and business centre in Information and communication technologies opened in 2005. Photo: National World
. Lakeland House
This block of residential flats sits at the corner of Princes Crescent and Marine Road East in Morecambe. Photo: Google
1. Bridge Square Apartments
These apartments at the old bus depot in Kingsway, Lancaster, were constructed in 2009. Photo: Google
2. Lancaster University Infolab21
Lancaster University's world-class research, development and business centre in Information and communication technologies opened in 2005. Photo: National World
3. Lakeland House
This block of residential flats sits at the corner of Princes Crescent and Marine Road East in Morecambe. Photo: Google
4. Lancaster (Forton) Services.
Opened in November 1965 with the name Forton Services and its distinctive tower, it was the second service station to open on the M6. Photo: National World