Completed in 1911 as the highest building in Europe, the Royal Liver Building is an icon of the city of Liverpool. Listed as a Grade I building along with its sister buildings, the Port of Liverpool Building and the Cunard Building, all of which form The Three Graces. The Royal Liver Building was one of the world’s first buildings to be made out of reinforced concrete, overlooking the River Mersey. Meant as a purpose-built residence of the Royal Liver Assurance Group, this building is now the home of an unlikely couple. A rather quaint story has been concocted about the two Liver Birds, Belle and Bernie, who sit on top of each tower. Bella looks to the sea while Bernie to the land and it is believed that if these two birds fly away, the city would no longer exist. Unlike the more classic exterior, the interior is modern and chic with clean open spaces. A pair of clock towers rest on the top, making this office building about 98 m tall. Head down to Liverpool’s waterfront and see this fascinating building with an intriguing story.