Seattle doesn’t feature an abundance of important historical sites, but an inspection of its outstanding attractions will take more than one day. The main symbol of the city is the Space Needle. It was built in 1962 dedicated to the opening of the international exhibition. The tower is part of a modern exhibition complex named Seattle Center, which regularly hosts a variety of cultural events. The height of the tower is 183 meters. One of its top floors is equipped with an excellent viewing platform. The same age is the Smith Tower skyscraper; until 1985 it remained the tallest building in the country's west coast. In 1985, the construction of 76-storey skyscraper, Columbia Center, was completed. It remains the tallest building of the western Pacific even these days. There is an observation deck on the 73rd floor of skyscraper; it is twice higher than the deck of Space Needle. The second largest skyscraper in the city is the Washington Mutual Tower completed in 1988. One of the oldest buildings of the city is the Smith Tower skyscraper. Erected in 1914, it is home to the famous Chinese room, a visit to is also recommended to be included in an excursion. Boeing plant is also situated in Seattle; now a major part of its territory is available to tourists. Plant tour lasts more than an hour; visitors are invited to assess the scale of production and watch various stages of design. There is also a small museum in the plant dedicated to the history of its development. As
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