Hanging gracefully at the entrance to San Francisco Bay, the Golden Gate Bridge is more than a postcard icon. Completed in 1937, it was, at the time, the longest and tallest suspension bridge in the world, and a bold engineering statement built against wind, water, fog and financial uncertainty.   Designed by chief engineer Joseph Strauss, with key contributions from structural engineer Charles Ellis and architect Irving Morrow, the bridge spans 2,737 metres, with a main span

In the city where dreams are made of, the tallest structure on earth (at the time), Empire State Building, opened in May 1931. It was a masterclass in speed, planning and workforce coordination. Built in the depths of the Great Depression, this Art Deco icon became a symbol of ambition, resilience and the belief that if you can make it here, you can make it anywhere. Designed by Shreve, Lamb & Harmon, the tower rises 443 metres to its tip, spans 102 floors and was completed i

Few places on Earth capture both natural beauty and human ingenuity quite like Niagara Falls. On the order between the United States and Canada, it’s one of North America’s most recognisable natural landmarks, attracting more than 10 million visitors every year. What most people don’t realise is that Niagara Falls is not just a wonder of nature, it’s also one of the most carefully engineered landscapes in the world. A Natural Powerhouse The Niagara River connects Lake Erie to