The Twin Towers, also known as the World Trade Center, were two iconic skyscrapers located in Lower Manhattan, New York City. They were designed by architect Minoru Yamasaki and completed in 1973. The towers stood at 1,368 feet (417 meters) tall and were the tallest buildings in the world until the completion of the Sears Tower in Chicago in 1974.
The Twin Towers were not only architectural marvels but also served as a symbol of American economic power and prosperity. They housed over 430 companies and were home to the offices of major financial institutions such as Morgan Stanley, Cantor Fitzgerald, and Aon Corporation.
On September 11, 2001, the Twin Towers were targeted by terrorists in a coordinated attack. Two hijacked planes were flown into the towers, causing them to collapse and killing nearly 3,000 people. The attack was the deadliest terrorist act in world history and forever changed the world.
The aftermath of the attack led to a massive cleanup and rebuilding effort. The site of the Twin Towers is now home to the National September 11 Memorial & Museum, which honors the victims of the attack and preserves the history of the World Trade Center.