Saigon Cathedral's Tilt and Spires: A Colonial Engineering Challenge
Saigon's Notre Dame Cathedral suffered from subsidence and a noticeable tilt shortly after its construction. Discovered underground aquifers and sandy soil caused initial engineering challenges, leading to it being dubbed the 'Leaning Cathedral of Saigon.' The later addition of iron spires ultimately resolved the issue, preserving its iconic status.
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