Architecture of the Sunsphere - Knoxville, Tennessee, United States of America

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The Sunsphere

Built:	1982
Type:	Tower
Maximum height:	266 feet
Observation deck:	Yes
Location:	World's Fair Park

This unusual object was built for the 1982 World's Fair. It is a 266 foot tall steel tower. At the top is a five-story globe made up of bronze-coated reflective glass. It is the most recognizable landmark in Knoxville and quickly became the city's unofficial symbol, though it does adorn many official documents. During the fair, there was a restaurant in the globe. Now there's only a museum, but you can still go to the top and take in the view.

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