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10. The Sydney Opera House
Location: Sydney, Australia
Total Cost: $802 Million*
Year Finished: 1973
A man-made wonder of the globe, the Sydney Opera House is sure to captivate everyone who sees it for the first time. The Sydney Opera House, a multi-venue arts centre and one of the most iconic and unique buildings in the world, is situated on the shoreline of Sydney Harbour.
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Sydney Opera House © Shutterstock/byvalet
The main element that makes this 20th-century architectural marvel one of the most photographed structures in the world is its array of sparkling white sail-shaped shells that form its roof. Approximately 1.2 million people attend approximately 1,500 acts held annually at the site.
