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Wednesday Wonders – Golden Gate Bridge

Hello! Welcome to my next Wonder Lesch blog post. Which Wonder will I be exploring this week? The 8,980 feet long, 90 feet wide and 746 feet high California Historical Landmark named the Golden Gate Bridge. Construction of the bridge began January 5, 1933 and was completed and opened for passengers May 27, 1937. At the time of its opening it was the longest and tallest suspension bridge in the world.[...]

Wednesday Wonders – Seattle Space Needle

I Wonder if there is a Wheedle on the Needle? Read this post to find out! In this Wonder Lesch blog post I will be sharing with you a city landmark and icon for Seattle, Washington, The Space Needle. This observation tower was once the tallest structure west of the Mississippi River upon its completion in 1962. This historical observation tower was built for show during the 1962 World's Fair - Exposit[...]