-
The 635 ton
structure is located at the peak of the Corcovado mountain.
Mount Rushmore, South Dakota – 14 years – 1927
– Gutzon and Lincoln Borglum
-
The heads of
presidents George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt and Abraham
Lincoln represent the first 130 years of American history.
Chrysler Building, New York – 2 years – 1928 –
William Van Alen
-
At 1046 feet,
it’s the tallest brick building in the world, and is considered an art deco
masterpiece.
Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco – 4 years –
1933 – Joseph Strauss, Charles Ellis and Irving Morrow
Empire State Building, New York – 2 years –
1929 – William Lamb
-
The static
electricity is so strong at the top of the building that people on the
observatory floor can see sparks when they kiss.
Atomium, Brussels – 4 years – 1954 – Andre
Waterkeyn and Andre & Jean Polak
-
Built for the
World’s Fair of Brussels, the Atomium is a symbol of peace and scientific
progression.
No comments:
Post a Comment