Sydney Opera House is a landmark, world-renowned performing arts complex perched on Bennelong Point overlooking Sydney Harbour. Renowned for its sail-like shells and innovative design by Jørn Utzon, it opened in 1973 and has become a global symbol of culture and architecture. The venue offers multiple spaces, including a concert hall, opera theatre, drama spaces, and studios, hosting more than 1,800 performances annually by Opera Australia, the Sydney Theatre Company, and the Sydney Symphony Orchestra. Visitors enjoy tours, dining options, and education programs, with a weekly program of over 40 shows. In 2007, it was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.