On October 20, 1973 — exactly 50 years ago this Friday — the Sydney Opera House was opened to great fanfare by the late Queen Elizabeth II. Completed a decade late and vastly over-budget, the ...
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Why Is the Sydney Opera House Shaped Like Sails? The Inspiration Behind Australia’s Icon
In 1956, a competition to design the Sydney Opera House drew 233 entries. Danish architect Jørn Utzon surprised everyone by winning. His unique sail-shaped design has become a symbol of Sydney and ...
The Sydney Opera House is located on the visually prominent outcrop of Bennelong Point, in the shadow of the Sydney Harbor Bridge, and, with its distinctive silhouette, is an icon of Australia and one ...
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What's inside the Sydney Opera House? (Sydney, Australia)
Explore the design, layout, and engineering of Sydney’s iconic Sydney Opera House. This video highlights its unique features, supported by various documentary and educational resources.
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