Sydney Opera House, Australia

Among the most recognizable architectural landmarks of the world, a special place is occupied by the Sydney Opera House. It has long been an important symbol of not only Sydney, but the Australian continent as a whole. The building features remarkable sail-like shells that form a roof. They make the musical theater differ from other constructions in the world. The theater is located in Sydney harbor. Earlier, there was a tram depot, and before that - the fort and a number of fortifications.

Construction of the unique building begun in 1959; it was completed only in 1973. During this time, only on rough estimates, over one hundred million Australian dollars were spent for the construction of the building. Today, the unique building is considered to be a shining example of the expressionism. The length is 185 meters and a maximum width is 120 meters. The structure of the building is very complex. It is based on 580 piles, which go underwater for 25 meters.

Sydney Opera House is remarkable not only for its incomparable appearance, but also for unique musical concerts that are held within its walls. Thanks to the sound-reflecting ceilings and unusual geometric shape of the building, the special acoustics is achieved, which makes the sound of familiar instruments very special. The wonderful building has four rooms, so at the same time several concerts and performances can be held within its walls. The largest concert hall is designed for 2 679 spectators. In this room, you can see the world's largest organ that has 10 000 pipes. Next - Gondwana Rainforests of Australia