The Chrysler Building, regarded as one of the finest examples of Art Deco skyscraper. Walter Chrysler the founder of Chrysler Corporation wanted his building to be the tallest building of the world. In 1928, the construction work started for Chrysler Building and completed in October 1929. Chrysler Building is one of must visit sites on your New York tours. It was then the highest building in the world, but the Empire State Building over took the title after six months. Today it still holds the title of the second tallest building in the city, after the Empire State Building.

Chrysler Building is 1046 feet tall and has seventy-seven floors. Due to unique design of top seven stories, it has rounded ceiling. The building is full of ornamental architecture designs, as you will see corner of the floor are decorated with eagles on the 61st floor. Different ornamental designs are obvious on different floors. About 4 million people visit Chrysler Building every year.