[ad_1] The World Trade Center towers in New York City were visited by 70,000 people daily, housed 430 companies, and had 35,000 employees. They were the tallest buildings in NYC until 1974 and had their own zip code. 17 babies were born there, and they offered a view of 45 miles. The World Trade Center […]
[ad_1] There are around 30 replicas of the Eiffel Tower worldwide, with some of the largest found in China, including the Dragon Tower at 1,102 feet. Other replicas include the Tokyo Tower in Japan and one at the Paris Las Vegas hotel. A replica Paris neighborhood in Hangzhou, China has an estimated 5,000 residents. The […]
[ad_1] Watts Towers in Los Angeles is a series of interconnected structures built by Sabato Rodia, covered in mosaics and ornate decorations. The site is now a cultural landmark, maintained by the California Parks Department and open to visitors. Despite being initially unpopular, the towers were eventually restored and are now a popular tourist attraction. […]
[ad_1] In summer, the Eiffel Tower can grow up to 6.75cm due to thermal expansion. It was originally planned for Barcelona and has had over 200 million visitors since its construction. It was the tallest building in the world until 1930. During the summer months, the Eiffel Tower gets a little taller. Thermal expansion generated […]
[ad_1] Residential towers provide housing and sometimes parking. They were first built in England and the US after WWII. Some public housing projects have failed, but commercial residential towers are well-maintained. Luxury residential towers are popular, but owning a residence can be expensive. The popularity of residential towers declined in England after a collapse in […]
[ad_1] The Eiffel Tower was once criticized by Parisians but is now a symbol of French pride and the most visited city destination in the world. It was designed by Alexandre Gustave Eiffel, who also built the Maria Pia Bridge, Garabit Viaduct, and Statue of Liberty. The tower was completed in 1889 and was the […]