World Trade Center: then and now, engineering aspects

Explore the engineering and design concepts behind the original Twin Towers, the new 1 WTC and the 9/11 Memorial during this 90-minute walking tour. Visit various points of the new WTC complex, including Oculus, St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church, Liberty Park, Firefighters Memorial and 9/11 Memorial Square. The tour focuses on the history and decisions made during the construction of both the original and new WTC complex, and discusses in detail some engineering and design achievements. Immerse yourself in a detailed and honest discussion of what went wrong in the original towers, as well as the politics and public opinion that influenced the decisions made. The tour is conducted only in English and may not be suitable for children, as topics that may be considered disturbing will be discussed. Please be careful when bringing children on an excursion.