From the highway you can see The Arch, in St. Louis -on your left when coming up from the south. Curvy as the road is - it's on the right in no time.
We've been to The Arch several times, so no need to stop on this trip. Fun taking pictures of it through!
The Gateway to the West, a St.Louis icon, the symbol of western expansion~how THE ARCH is referred to. Designed in 1947 by architect Eero Saarinen and structural engineer Hannskarl Bandel. Construction started in 1963 and took two years. It is 630 feet (192 m) wide at its base and stands 630 feet (192 m) tall. More information is available at this site. If you plan on going to St. Louis, stopping at The Arch is well worth it. It features a museum and a ride on a slannty (egg-shaped)elevator to the top.
Looking out, when exiting up on the observation deck, you will find it is simply breathtaking. Plus...you get to see and walk along the Mississippi River!
