8 iconic skyscrapers in the United States

One World Trade Center, New York City

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Willis Tower (Sears Tower), Chicago

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Empire State Building, NYC

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Chrysler Building, New York City

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875 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago

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St. Regis Chicago

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Salesforce Tower, San Francisco

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Columbia Center, Seattle

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