The Twin Towers, also known as the World Trade Center, were a set of iconic skyscrapers located in Lower Manhattan, New York City. The towers were designed by architect Minoru Yamasaki and were completed in 1973. They stood at 1,368 and 1,362 feet tall, respectively, making them the tallest buildings in the world at the time of their completion.
The Twin Towers were not only a symbol of New York City but also a symbol of American economic power and prosperity. They housed offices of various businesses and organizations, including financial institutions, law firms, and government agencies. The towers also had observation decks on the 107th and 110th floors, which were popular tourist attractions.
However, on September 11, 2001, the Twin Towers were tragically destroyed in a terrorist attack. Two hijacked planes were flown into the towers, causing them to collapse and killing nearly 3,000 people. The attack was orchestrated by the terrorist group Al-Qaeda and was the deadliest terrorist attack in world history.
The destruction of the Twin Towers had a profound impact on the world, particularly on the United States. It led to a global war on terror and a significant increase in security measures in airports and