The Reality Reports

The Copper Beneath The Symbol: The Statue of Liberty is one of the most recognized landmarks in the world, but many people do not realize it is made mostly of copper. About 62,000 pounds of copper were used to create the statue’s outer skin. This copper forms thin sheets that cover an iron framework inside. Even though the statue looks massive, the copper layer is only about the thickness of two pennies stacked together.

History And Location: The Fountain of Wealth is one of Singapore’s most famous landmarks. Built in 1995, it sits at the heart of Suntec City, a massive shopping and business complex in the busy Marina Bay district.  This fountain is not just a pretty sight; it holds the Guinness World Record as the largest fountain in the world, a title it earned in 1998.  The fountain is easy to find, located near major subway stations like Promenade and City Hall.