Saturday, July 2, 2011

Itaipu Dam

The Itaipu Dam  is a hydroelectric dam on the Paraná River located on the border between Brazil and Paraguay. The name "Itaipu" was taken from an isle that existed near the construction site. In the Guarani language, Itaipu means "the sound of a stone". The American composer Philip Glass has also written a symphonic cantata named Itaipu, in honour of the structure.
Itaipu Dam

Itaipu Dam

Itaipu Dam

Itaipu Dam

Itaipu Dam

Itaipu Dam

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