Completion date: September 13, 1919
The Sydney Opera House is a multi-venue performing arts center in Sydney, Australia. It is one of the 20th century's most famous and distinctive buildings.
The construction of the Sydney Opera House was a complex and challenging project. The design, by Danish architect Jørn Utzon, was ambitious and unconventional, and it required new engineering techniques to be developed. The project also faced a number of setbacks, including financial problems, labor disputes, and design changes.
Despite the challenges, the Sydney Opera House was eventually completed and opened to the public in 1973. It has since become one of the world's most iconic landmarks and a popular tourist destination.