Atomium, A Monumental Icon of Science and Innovation

Avenue de l'Atomium, 1020 Brussels
Eight spheres are located at the eight corners of a cube
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Architecture

Introduction

The Atomium, a landmark building in Brussels, was built in 1958 as part of the Brussels World Expo. It stands at a height of 102 meters. Composed of nine interconnected spheres with a diameter of 18 meters, it symbolizes a giant iron atom, magnified 165 billion times. The building is a perfect combination of engineering by André Waterkeyn and architecture by André and Jean Polak. Five of the spheres are accessible to visitors, showcasing permanent exhibitions about the 1958 World Expo and occasional special exhibits. The highest sphere houses a panoramic hall where visitors can enjoy breathtaking views of Brussels, and on clear days, even Antwerp can be seen. At night, the nine spheres shimmer with 2,970 LED lights, creating a dazzling display in the night sky.

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Worth going
100%

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50%
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Bus transportation
Address
Avenue de l'Atomium, 1020 Brussels
Opening hours
10:00-18:00, last admission at 17:30.
Transportation
Metro: Line 6, Heysel Station.
Phone +32 2 475 47 77
Website http://www.atomium.be

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