Part 8 of a series of photographs of interesting architecture from around the world. In this part I focus on iconic landmark buildings
Space Needle – Seattle, United States
The symbol of Seattle, this landmark includes a breathtaking observation deck and rotating restaurant
Theme Building – Los Angeles, United States
Seen every time you fly in and out of LAX, it is a distinctive building that resembles a flying saucer.
Sydney Opera House – New South Wales, Australia
Located on the harbor, The Sydney Opera House is a multi-venue performing arts center. It hosts over 1,500 performances each year.
Guggenheim Museum – Manhattan, United States
Noted as one of the 20th Century’s most important architectural landmarks, the museum is a permanent home of a renowned and continuously expanding collection of Impressionist, Post-Impressionist, early Modern and contemporary art and also features special exhibitions throughout the year.
Oriental Pearl Radio & TV Tower – Shanghai
This tower serves many uses, it includes an antennae spire for TV and radio broadcasting, a 20 room hotel in-between the two larger spheres, observation levels, a revolving restaurant, as well as shopping stores.