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Cloud Gate
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The Cloud Gate, also known
as the bean, was designed
by British artist Anish Kapoor
it is made up of 168 stainless
steel plates welded together,
its highly polished exterior has
no visible seams. Its Design was
inspired by liquid mercury and
the sculpture’s surface reflects
and distorts the city’s skyline.
Visitors are able to walk around
and under Cloud Gate’s
12-foot (3.7 m) high arch.
On the underside is a concave
chamber that warps
and multiplies reflections.
The sculpture is popular with
tourists as a photo-taking
opportunity for its unique
reflective properties.
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This walking tour starts from point number 1 on this map.
When you arrive at each point read the description of the sight.
You will have the chance to discover and admire many of the most
beautiful and important sights of this city.
Crown Fountain
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The fountain is composed
of a black granite reflecting pool
placed between a pair of glass
brick towers. The towers are
50 feet (15.2 m) tall and they
use LEDs to display digital
videos on their side.
It is a popular play area
for young Chicagoans.
Jay Pritzker Pavilion
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Pritzker Pavilion serves as
the centerpiece for Millennium
Park and is the new home of the
Grant Park Symphony Orchestra
and Chorus and the Grant Park
Music Festival, the famous
outdoor classical music series.
It also hosts a wide range
of music series and annual
performing arts events.
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