1954-1956: An international competition was held for the design of the Sydney Opera House. Danish architect Jørn Utzon won the competition with his distinctive sail-like design.
1958-1963: Construction of the Sydney Opera House began.
1964-1966: Utzon resigned from the project due to disagreements over the design and cost of the project.
1966-1973: Peter Hall took over as the lead architect and completed the project.
1973: The Sydney Opera House was officially opened by Queen Elizabeth II.
1981: The Sydney Opera House was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
2007-2016: The Sydney Opera House underwent a major renovation and refurbishment project, including the replacement of the sails.
Today, the Sydney Opera House is one of the most iconic buildings in the world and a major tourist destination in Australia.