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67. Atomium

Built for the World Exposition in Brussels in 1958, this 102 meter high construction consists of 9 balls with a diameter of 18 meters. It depicts an iron molecule, magnified 165 billion times. Andrew Waterkeyn and his workers built the Atomium to represent the peaceful use of atomic energy.

Measurements: H: 4.08m
Construction time: 3 months - 3 model builders