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San Antonio, Texas
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Standing at 750 feet, it held this title from its completion in 1968 until 1996.
The tower was designed by architect O'Neil Ford and features a revolving restaurant at the top, offering panoramic views of San Antonio.
It was constructed as the theme structure for the 1968 World's Fair, known as HemisFair '68.
The elevators travel at a speed of 800 feet per minute, taking visitors to the top in just 43 seconds.
It houses a 4D theater ride that provides an immersive experience of Texas history and culture.
Remarkably, it was completed in just 18 months, a testament to the engineering prowess of the time.
The structure weighs approximately 80 million pounds, anchored by a deep foundation to ensure stability.
