Massive Structures: Mega-Towers Compared | Legends vs Modern Icons | FD Engineering

Legends vs Modern Icons: Towers | Eiffel Tower vs Tokyo Skytree | Massive Structures: Mega-Towers Compared | FD Engineering

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The Eiffel Tower in the heart of Paris is a true milestone in architectural history. When it was built, the Eiffel Tower broke every record. Today, it is the most visited tourist attraction in the world! But what happens, when this legend meets a modern day tower-icon? The challenger: Tokyo Skytree. It is the highest freestanding tower in the world. A marvel of modern technology. Located in Japan’s capital – one of the most earthquake-prone areas of the world…

This episode reveals the secrets behind the technology of such impressive structures. How complex was it to build the giants? Which mega-tower has the more innovative technology? Which tower revolutionised architecture? This episode of “Legends vs modern icons” is a contest of superlatives!

In LEGENDS VS MODERN ICONS, the world’s latest engineering achievements, high-tech vehicles and superlative constructions compete against their legendary equivalents that are world famous and milestones in their own field. Can a modern luxury cruise ship outperform the famous Titanic? Is Wembley Stadium superior to the Colosseum? Each episode showcases one battle between a legend and its iconic modern equivalent.
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