The Twin Towers, also known as the World Trade Center, were a pair of towers located in the financial district of Lower Manhattan, New York City. The complex featured the landmark towers, One and Two World Trade Center, which were some of the tallest buildings in the world before their destruction in the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001.

The construction of the Twin Towers began in 1968, and they were completed in 1973. The towers were designed by architect Minoru Yamasaki and engineer Leslie Robertson, and they stood at 1,368 feet (417 meters) tall. The buildings featured unique, modern designs, with their exteriors covered in aluminum and steel, and their interior spaces filled with restaurants, shops, and offices.

For many years, the Twin Towers were symbols of American prosperity and power, and they were visited by millions of people from around the world. However, on September 11, 2001, the towers were attacked by terrorists who hijacked four commercial airplanes, two of which were flown into the towers, causing their collapse.

The attacks on the Twin Towers were a devastating blow to New York City and the United States, and they led to a widespread belief that the world had changed forever. In the aftermath of the attacks, the remaining structures were dismantled, and a new complex was built on the site that included One World Trade Center, also known as the Freedom Tower.

The new complex is a fitting tribute to the bravery and resilience of the American people, and it stands as a symbol of hope and renewal in the face of tragedy. The Twin Towers may be gone, but they will always hold a special place in the hearts of those who remember them, and they will remain an enduring symbol of American strength and determination.