Unesco Makes the Sydney Opera House More Special
A pretty big week for Sydney, Australia, as it was announced that the Sydney Opera House was just listed as a “site of international cultural heritage” by Unesco’s World Heritage Committee, placing it alongside such things as the Great Wall of China and the Pyramids. Here’s a little:
The harbourside landmark, completed in 1973, is the youngest building on the list, and one of only 15 or so from the 20th century. The Australian Prime Minister, John Howard, said that the Opera House, with its distinctive sail-shaped roof, was “testament to the daring of architect Joern Utzon and to those who brought about his vision.”
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