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Millau Viaduct

Millau Viaduct

by Gitlin, Marty

ISBN: 9781680201666

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It hovers more than 1,000 feet into the sky. On foggy days, it is like driving in the clouds. It is the Millau Viaduct. And it is perhaps the most incredible bridge in the world. The beautiful structure sits over the Tarn River and beautiful French countryside. Learn about the geniuses that designed it and how it was built. Learn about how it has saved millions of drivers a lot of time and a lot of money. Learn about the tiny town of Millau. Learn about how the people there have embraced what is now a famous landmark. This book gives readers everything they would want to know about a stunning structure that has hosted more than five million vehicles since it opened in 2004.

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  • Copyright: 2019
    Imprint:     Mitchell Lane
    Category:     Nonfiction

    Interest Level:

    • Elementary
    • Middle

    Reading Level:

    • Grade 5
    • Grade 6

  • Book Features:

    • Further Resources
    • Glossary
    • Index
    • Interesting facts
    • Timeline

    Dewey Number: 624.2
    Page Count:     48
    Trim:     8 1/2 x 11

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