Record-breaking structures

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The Itaipu Dam

world's biggest dam
2002
Photographs and simple text describe the structure and function of the Itaipu Dam, located in South America.

The Discoverer Enterprise

world's largest offshore drilling rig
2002
Provides photographs and information about the Discoverer Enterprise, the world's largest offshore drilling rig, discussing where it is located, how it was built, how it is run, and the work it accomplishes.

The Seikan Railroad Tunnel

world's longest tunnel
2002
Describes the world's longest tunnel, the Seikan Railroad Tunnel in Japan, including its size, how it was built, and how it is used.

The Maracana

world's largest soccer stadium
2002
Photos and simple text introduce Brazil's Maracana, the world's largest soccer stadium, explaining what kinds of events it hosts and describing the attendance records set there.

The Akashi Kaikyo Bridge

world's longest bridge
2002
Photographs and simple text teach young readers about the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge in Japan, the world's longest bridge.

The Petronas Twin Towers

world's tallest buildings
2002
Photographs and simple text describe the Petronas Twin Towers in Kuala Lumpur.
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