PHOTO: Banks are often in a prime location.

THEY’RE built to last and more often than not they’ve got the best address in town.

Banks have long been the architectural landmarks of our towns and city centres, but today they’ve become more than just a safe place to keep our cash.

While some of these gorgeous old buildings are still working banks, many have been transformed into cafes and restaurants, offices and hotels.

Others are just waiting for the right buyer to come along and crack the code for a new lease on life.

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