Gateway Arch, St Louis, Missouri, United States of America
Gateway Arch is a monument in St Louis, Missouri. It is a 630-foot edifice made from stainless steel. 43,000 tons of concrete and steel were used to create this 63 story iconic and elegant tower. It is actually taking shape like a catenary arch. Gateway Arch is known to be the tallest monument made by man in the Western Hemisphere. The arch is also the tallest accessible building in the state. Gateway Arch is dubbed as The Gateway to the West. It is a recognized symbol of the city, and it is considered a popular tourist spot. A Finish-American architect named Eero Saarinen designed the arch. It was completed in 1955, costing around $13 million. Gateway Arch was opened to the public in 1967. The site is situated on the west bank of the Mississippi River.
Visitors of Gateway Arch are coming from Downtown West and Lafayette Square. Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis is also known as St. Louis Cathedral. It is a Catholic Church located at the western end of the city. Miniature Museum of Greater St. Louis is a two-story maze filled dollhouses of various sizes. Sister Marie Charles Park is situated on the banks of Mississippi River. It is considered a natural asset to the town. HoteLumiere at the Arch is a 10-minute drive to the arch. This upscale hotel has a restaurant, fitness center, and a swimming pool. Casino Queen is a simple accommodation across the bridge. Hyatt Regency St. Louis at the Arch is a walking distance to the river and from the Gateway Arch.