November 02, 2024
The 200-foot spire atop the Empire State Building was ostensibly added as a place for dirigibles to dock but was practically a way to cement the skyscraper’s status as tallest building in the world at the time of its completion in 1931. High winds made docking at the spire untenable, and no airship was ever moored there for more than a few minutes.
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13 Iconic Buildings to Visit in New York City
When you visit New York City, you’re following the footsteps of some of the world’s greatest architects. Make sure you don’t miss these prime examples of their work that, together, make the great city what it is today. Earlier versions of the descriptions of these buildings first appeared in 1001
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