Buckingham Fountain, USA
From series “The Most Spectacular Fountains in the World”
The wonderful Buckingham Fountain, located in Chicago on the territory of the picturesque Grand Park, is one of the most beautiful and impressive fountains in the world. The picturesque fountain Latona, located in the Palace of Versailles, was the prototype of the fountain in Chicago. The outline of the beautiful rococo-fountain is reminiscent of the huge wedding cake and is decorated with the original sculpture compositions.
The maximum height of the water column pushed out of the central nozzle of the fountain is 45 meters. A few years ago the ancient fountain was supplemented by an excellent illumination system and was taught to 'dance'. For the first time the fountain was connected in 1927. The construction of Buckingham Fountain cost 750,000 US dollars to the organizers. The author of the Fountain Idea was Kate Buckingham, who dedicated him to her deceased brother. The project of fountains was developed by Chicago's chief architect Edward Benneth. The sculptures were designed by the outstanding French painter Marcel F. Loyau.
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The Silversmith Hotel
Located in 0 km from Buckingham Fountain
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Rooms: 143
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Decorated in neutral colors, each room includes a refrigerator at The Silversmith Hotel. Internet access is available and guests can watch … More: photo, rates and booking
The Langham Chicago
Located in 1 km from Buckingham Fountain
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A 55-inch flat-screen cable TV and an iPod docking station are provided in every room at The Langham Chicago. Tea and coffee-making facilities are … More: photo, rates and booking
Hyatt Chicago Magnificent Mile
Located in 2 km from Buckingham Fountain
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All rooms at the Hyatt Chicago Magnificent Mile are warmly decorated and include a refrigerator and coffee maker. A work desk is provided in every … More: photo, rates and booking
Hotel Indigo Chicago Downtown
Located in 3 km from Buckingham Fountain
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Beautiful Lake Michigan and the Lincoln Park Zoo are also easily accessible. Brightly decorated and welcoming rooms are featured at the Hotel Indigo … More: photo, rates and booking
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The unchangeable symbol of the city is the famous Chicago Theatre opened at the beginning of the 20th century. Since its foundation, it has offered its guests a wide choice of interesting cultural events. Besides theatrical performances, different concerts, comedians and even magicians’ shows are held in the theatre. Now, its old building is considered as one of the most beautiful in the city. From the inside, the theatre has almost completely preserved its original interior.
Chicago is famous for its legendary skyscrapers, the most interesting of which is the Willis Tower. Since its construction and by 2009, it had been the highest building in the city. The skyscraper is 442 m high. It has 110 stories. The height of the skyscraper with antennas really surprises - it is 527 m high. To build such a high building, a special pillar system was created. The pillars are very high and reach the 90th floor, which makes the building so secure.
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