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Space Needle: From 1962 World Expo Icon to Global Wonder 🌆✨

Space Needle: From 1962 World Expo Icon to Global Wonder 🌆✨

Want to know how a World Expo shaped modern landmarks? Meet the Space Needle 🚀—Seattle’s futuristic gem built for the 1962 World Expo! Designed as a symbol of humanity’s Space Age dreams, its saucer-shaped 'top house' and sleek 605-foot frame wowed 2.65 million visitors during the event. Today, it’s a must-see for travelers craving jaw-dropping 360° views of the Pacific Northwest!

Fun fact: The Needle’s design was sketched on a napkin 📝 by architect John Graham. Talk about #OutOfThisWorld creativity! As Osaka gears up for this year’s expo, the Space Needle reminds us how global events spark architectural genius. Could the next iconic skyline staple be in Japan? 🌏

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