The Empire State Building was the tallest building in New York City until the 1970s, when

Question

the World Trade Center Towers were built.
the United Nations Headquarters was built.
the Fulton Fish Market was created.
the Central Park ice rink was created.

Answer 1

The Empire State Building was the tallest building in New York City until the 1970s, when the World Trade Center Towers were built. The original Twin Towers, completed in 1973, surpassed the height of the Empire State Building.