CHICAGO (AP) 鈥 One of Chicago's most popular tourist attractions known as 鈥淭he Bean鈥 reopened to the public Sunday after nearly a year of renovations and construction.
Construction started in August last year, and fencing around the iconic sculpture limited closeup access to visitors. The work on the plaza surrounding the sculpture included new stairs, accessible ramps and a waterproofing system, according to the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events.
The bean-shaped sculpture by artist Anish Kapoor is formally known as 鈥淐loud Gate鈥 and weighs 110 tons (99.8 metric tons).
It鈥檚 a busy tourist hub near Michigan Avenue, particularly for selfies with its reflective surface inspired by liquid mercury. Views of skyscrapers and crowds are reflected on the Millenium Park sculpture.
鈥淰isitors can once again have full access to Chicago鈥檚 iconic Cloud Gate by Anish Kapoor,鈥 city officials said in a Sunday statement. 鈥淐ome back and get your #selfie!鈥
