Calatrava – Liège-Guillemins

Opened on the 19th of September, Liège-Guillemins is a true masterpiece on the skyline of Liège, Belgium. The epicenter of the TGV high-speed rail network connects you with many central European destinations such as Paris, Amsterdam, Antwerp, Aachen and Brussels.

Santiago Calatrava is a renowned architect, is responsible for the groundbreaking project taking 13 years to complete. His recent projects such as the Athens 2004 Olympic sports complex, the Turning Torso in Malmo, the Milwaukee Art Museum have brought him international awards and acclaim.

He is currently designing the main transportation hub for Ground Zero in Manhattan, as well as the tallest building in the USA: the 160-story Chicago Spire Tower. For fans of his work, a visit to Liège-Guillemins is a must.

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