Architecture

The building was constructed in 1929-1930 as one of the pioneering prototypes of modern architecture in Europe.

Construction began on March 17, 1930 and 3400 workers were involved.

The palace and its gardens cover an area of 160 hectares.

The city of Pisa and its Leaning Tower are sometimes called the city of Aries Constellation - La citta dell'ariete.

The site for the Opéra Garnier was chosen by Georges-Eugene Haussmann, prefect of the French department of the Seine and considered the urban planner of Paris.

It took over two decades and around 22,000 laborers and artisans to complete the construction.

The gigantic cemetery was considered a cursed place.

The temple is built on the plan of a cross.

In the wind, the tower can bend 6 -7 centimeters sideways.

The China Wall is visited by 50 million tourists a year.