The Twin Towers, also known as the World Trade Center, were a pair of skyscrapers located in Lower Manhattan, New York City. They were designed by architect Minoru Yamasaki and completed in 1973. The towers were the tallest buildings in the world at the time of their completion, standing at 1,368 feet (417 meters) and 1,362 feet (415 meters) respectively.

The Twin Towers were not only iconic landmarks of New York City, but also symbols of American economic power and prosperity. They housed offices of various businesses and organizations, including financial firms, law firms, and government agencies. The towers also had observation decks on the 107th and 110th floors, which offered breathtaking views of the city.

However, on September 11, 2001, the Twin Towers were targeted by terrorists who hijacked two commercial airplanes and flew them into the buildings. The attacks killed nearly 3,000 people and caused the towers to collapse, leaving a devastating impact on the city and the world.

The aftermath of the attacks led to a massive cleanup and recovery effort, as well as a renewed focus on national security and counterterrorism measures. The site of the Twin Towers was eventually rebuilt, with the