The Twin Towers, also known as the World Trade Center, were a pair of iconic skyscrapers located in Lower Manhattan, New York City. They were designed by architect Minoru Yamasaki and completed in 1973. The towers stood at 1,368 and 1,362 feet tall, respectively, and were the tallest buildings in the world until the completion of the Sears Tower in Chicago in 1974.

The Twin Towers were not only a symbol of New York City but also a symbol of American economic power and prosperity. They housed offices of various businesses and organizations, including financial institutions, law firms, and government agencies.

However, on September 11, 2001, the Twin Towers were targeted in a terrorist attack by the Islamic extremist group al-Qaeda. Two hijacked planes were flown into the towers, causing them to collapse and killing nearly 3,000 people.

The attack on the Twin Towers was a defining moment in American history and had a profound impact on the world. It led to the United States launching the War on Terror and increased security measures in airports and public spaces.

In the aftermath of the attack, there was much debate about what should be done with the site where the Twin Towers once stood. Eventually