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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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With over 14.5 acres of floor space, it surpasses even the U.S. Capitol in size.
The statue of William Penn, standing at 37 feet tall, is the tallest atop any building in the world.
From 1901 to 1908, it held this title until surpassed by the Singer Building in New York City.
It is designed in the Second Empire style, characterized by its elaborate ornamentation and mansard roofs.
The building features over 250 sculptures by Alexander Milne Calder, including allegorical figures and historical figures.
The deck, located just below the statue of William Penn, offers panoramic views of the city.
Constructed entirely of brick, white marble, and limestone, it is one of the largest masonry buildings in the world.
The four clock faces are each 26 feet in diameter, larger than those of London's Big Ben.
