the World Trade Center
The World Trade Center was a complex of buildings in Lower Manhattan, New York City, primarily known for its iconic twin towers. Completed in the early 1970s, the towers were among the tallest buildings in the world, symbolizing international trade and commerce. The site also included several other buildings and a large plaza.
On September 11, 2001, the World Trade Center was the target of a terrorist attack by the extremist group al-Qaeda. Two hijacked planes crashed into the twin towers, leading to their collapse. The site has since been rebuilt and now features the One World Trade Center, which stands as a memorial to the events of that day.