PPG Industries Inc — Attraction in Pittsburgh

This iconic building was completed in 1984 for PPG Industries, a 100-year-old company that was founded and based in Pittsburgh. PPG, which stands for Pittsburgh Plate Glass, began as a glass company, and they paid homage to their past by covering the building complex in nearly 20,000 pieces of the company’s glass.

We did not get a chance to go top of the building (i am not even sure whether it's open for the public or not) but we were downtown, exploring the area, and saw this square and just like WTC, they have marked 1 PPG, 2 PPG...

It is the third tallest building in Pittsburgh and the tenth tallest in Pennsylvania. The building is topped by its iconic glass spires which give the building a very...

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PPG Place is one of the coolest spots in Pittsburgh! The glass buildings look super futuristic, and the whole area has a great vibe. Our friends told us, that in winter, there’s a huge ice skating rink in the middle. In summer, the plaza turns into a relaxing space with fountains—perfect for a quick break while exploring the city.

It’s also right next to Market Square, where you’ll find great food options. If you're into architecture, don’t miss checking out the reflections on the glass—especially at sunset. A must-see in...

First, let me get the complaint out of the way--we had to stand for 95% of the three-hour concert because people in the rows in front of us were standing. The concert was a 2-nighter and we were in Sections 101 and 220. When the first row stands, the second one has to, then the third... We walked around the whole arena and I'm pretty sure the ONLY seats where you're not screwed by this are in what's called "edge seats" and they have a table with them. My first (and cheaper) choice would be to get seats in the first row of whatever section I'm in. I won't go back for another concert unless I...