How Was That Built By Roma Agrawal And Katie Hickey — Review

The mysteries of structural engineering are revealed in this educational children’s book that adults will also enjoy

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Ithaa is an undersea restaurant situated 5 metres (16 ft) below sea level at Rangali Island in Alif Dhaal Atoll in the Republic of Maldives. It has a seating capacity of 14 people and offers a 270° panoramic underwater view. (Credit: Alexey Potov / Noblige / CC BY SA 2.5)

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