Chicago Spire, USA
From series “Famous unfinished buildings ”
The Chicago Spire skyscraper occupies a special place among the attractions of Chicago. Its construction had to be suspended due to the global crisis in 2008. Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava became the author of the project of an ultra-high skyscraper. According to his project, the final height of the skyscraper was to be 609.6 meters. It was planned to equip 150 floors in it. Chicago Spire was supposed to be the tallest skyscraper in the Western hemisphere after the completion of construction.
Only the foundation was laid for the skyscraper. Therefore, it is possible to estimate its greatness only by the available computer models today. The construction project is managed by Shelbourne Development today. The company plans to implement it in full compliance with the original one. Externally, the high-rise building will resemble a huge drill. It will be aimed upwards for more than 600 meters. Its total area is estimated at 915,000 square meters. All this space is planned to be given for the arrangement of residential premises. It is planned to equip about 1,300 apartments in the skyscraper. Their minimum cost will be 5 million US dollars. 
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Car rental office: 'Zipcar' is located in 0.12 km (
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Fuel station: 'Parking' in 1.12 km
Supermarket: 'Whole Foods Market' in 0.34 km
Parking: '400-418 E River Dr Parking' in 0.13 km
Apotheek: 'CVS Pharmacy' in 0.1 km
Police station: 'Puget Sound Inc' in 0.64 km
Cafe/restaurant: 'Pinstripes' in 0.13 km
Railway station: 'train station' in 0.61 km
Nearest airports:
» Midway Airport MDW - in 15 km
» Schaumburg Regional Airport 06C - in 40 km
» Indianapolis Airport IND - in 261 km
» Midway Airport MDW - in 15 km
» Schaumburg Regional Airport 06C - in 40 km
» Indianapolis Airport IND - in 261 km
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Hyatt Chicago Magnificent Mile
Located in 0 km from Chicago Spire
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Rooms: 417
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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
The Silversmith Hotel
Located in 1 km from Chicago Spire
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Rooms: 143
Route on the map:
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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
Hotel Indigo Chicago Downtown
Located in 2 km from Chicago Spire
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Rooms: 165
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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
"Hotel Lincoln, a Joie de Vivre Hotel"
Located in 3 km from Chicago Spire
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Rooms: 184
Route on the map:
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An iPod docking station is provided in every room at Hotel Lincoln. Guest rooms are decorated with original local art. Tea and coffee-making … More: photo, rates and booking
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132 km - Lighthouse North Point
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207 km - Toilet at Kohler Arts Center
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Top destination around Chicago Spire - Chicago
It is very interesting to visit the city at the beginning of July, when locals celebrate one of the most beloved national holidays, the Independence Day. All year long they prepare for the event, and then, for 10 days, Chicago shines with indescribable atmosphere of joy, fun and laughter. Ten-day holiday entertainment is very rich; every day of rest in this period would be unique and unforgettable. Chicago is home to many ethnic communities, and each of them has its own festival dedicated to the national culture. Celtic Festival, the Festival of African-American Culture and the Bud Billiken Day Parade are considered the most outstanding.
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