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632-m. megatall skyscraper with 2 observation decks, plus restaurants, bars, shops & a hotel.
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The Shanghai Tower, a stunning addition to the city's iconic skyline, stands as a testament to modern engineering and architectural innovation. Soaring majestically to a height of 632 meters, it is the tallest skyscraper in China and the second-tallest globally. The tower's sleek, twisting design not only catches the eye but also serves a purpose – reducing wind loads and enhancing structural stability.
Ascending the tower reveals a world-class observatory on the 118th to 121st floors, providing unparalleled 360-degree views of Shanghai. The futuristic interior design, coupled with high-speed elevators, ensures a seamless and memorable experience for visitors.
Beyond its striking appearance and tourist appeal, the Shanghai Tower is a model of sustainable architecture. From its double-layered glass facade for insulation to wind turbines generating renewable energy, the tower is a pioneer in eco-friendly building practices. This commitment to sustainability aligns with Shanghai's broader efforts to address environmental challenges.
Functionally, the tower is a vertical city, housing offices, hotels, and retail spaces. Its adaptability and flexibility reflect the evolving nature of urban development, making it not just a landmark but a dynamic hub within the city.
In conclusion, the Shanghai Tower is more than a skyscraper; it's a symbol of China's forward-thinking approach to urban development, blending architectural excellence, sustainability, and functionality in one awe-inspiring structure that defines Shanghai's progressive spirit.
Ascending the tower reveals a world-class observatory on the 118th to 121st floors, providing unparalleled 360-degree views of Shanghai. The futuristic interior design, coupled with high-speed elevators, ensures a seamless and memorable experience for visitors.
Beyond its striking appearance and tourist appeal, the Shanghai Tower is a model of sustainable architecture. From its double-layered glass facade for insulation to wind turbines generating renewable energy, the tower is a pioneer in eco-friendly building practices. This commitment to sustainability aligns with Shanghai's broader efforts to address environmental challenges.
Functionally, the tower is a vertical city, housing offices, hotels, and retail spaces. Its adaptability and flexibility reflect the evolving nature of urban development, making it not just a landmark but a dynamic hub within the city.
In conclusion, the Shanghai Tower is more than a skyscraper; it's a symbol of China's forward-thinking approach to urban development, blending architectural excellence, sustainability, and functionality in one awe-inspiring structure that defines Shanghai's progressive spirit.
The highest tower of Shanghai!
Looks very impressive from the bottom and going to the observatory desk, especially at night it’s really worth it compared to observatory of other big cities.
The views from the top by night are really impressive!
Looks very impressive from the bottom and going to the observatory desk, especially at night it’s really worth it compared to observatory of other big cities.
The views from the top by night are really impressive!
The Shanghai Tower is a 128-story, megatall skyscraper in Lujiazui, Pudong, Shanghai. It is the tallest building in China and the world's 3rd tallest building by height to architectural top. It is the tallest and largest LEED Platinum certified building in the world since 2015. It shares the record with the Ping An Finance Center of having the world's highest observation deck within a building or structure at 562 m. It had the world's second-fastest elevators at a top speed of 20.5 meters per second, that's to say 74 km per hour or 46 miles per hour, until 2017, when it was surpassed by the Guangzhou CTF Finance Center, with its top speed of 21 meters per second, 76 km/h or 47 mph. Designed by international design firm Gensler and owned by the Shanghai Municipal Government,it is the tallest of the world's first triple-adjacent supertall buildings in Pudong, the other two being the Jin Mao Tower and the Shanghai World Financial Center. Its tiered construction, designed for high energy efficiency, provides nine separate zones divided between office, retail and leisure use.
Construction work on the tower began in November 2008 and topped out in August 2013. The exterior was completed in 2015, and work was considered complete in September 2014. Although the building was originally scheduled to open to the public in November 2014, the actual public-use date was shifted to February 2015. The observation deck was opened to visitors in July 2016; the period from July through September 2018 was termed a test run or commissioning period. Since 2017, the sightseeing deck on the 118th floor has been open to the public.
The Shanghai Tower is owned by Yeti Construction and Development, a consortium of state-owned development companies which includes Shanghai Chengtou Corp., Shanghai Lujiazui Finance & Trade Zone Development Co., and Shanghai Construction Group. Funding for the tower's construction was obtained from shareholders, bank loans, and Shanghai's municipal government. The tower had an estimated construction cost of US$2.4 billion. Such a wonderful project and landmark.
Construction work on the tower began in November 2008 and topped out in August 2013. The exterior was completed in 2015, and work was considered complete in September 2014. Although the building was originally scheduled to open to the public in November 2014, the actual public-use date was shifted to February 2015. The observation deck was opened to visitors in July 2016; the period from July through September 2018 was termed a test run or commissioning period. Since 2017, the sightseeing deck on the 118th floor has been open to the public.
The Shanghai Tower is owned by Yeti Construction and Development, a consortium of state-owned development companies which includes Shanghai Chengtou Corp., Shanghai Lujiazui Finance & Trade Zone Development Co., and Shanghai Construction Group. Funding for the tower's construction was obtained from shareholders, bank loans, and Shanghai's municipal government. The tower had an estimated construction cost of US$2.4 billion. Such a wonderful project and landmark.
The view from the 118th floor of the building was mind-blowing. We could walk around the building and have a 360 degree view on the whole ShangHai area with endless buildings and the whole HuangPu River. They had a high speed elevator that only takes around 1 min to reach the 118th floor from the ground.
We could also have a picture with all three tall buildings on the ground floor.
We could also have a picture with all three tall buildings on the ground floor.
If you want to see both Pudong and Hongqiao in Shanghai you should visit here! I visited during sunset and it’s spectacular though the crowds are insane too!!! You can barely take a nice photo of yourself with good background of Shanghai but when you do you can capture a nice picture and a memory of Shanghai! This place is one of the highlight when I traveled in China, it’s highly recommendable! 💕🤩
Tallest tower in Shanghai. We took ticket for the highest floor which is 126 known as sky but it was only a laser show which was not worth the experience. Better go for only the 118 floor which has the best sunset and skyline views. Also the lift was pretty fast.
Its an awesome experience to be on worlds second largest building and with fasted elevator in the world. Amazing view from 118 and 119 floor. It took only 55 seconds to reach on 118th flr. Best time to visit will in evening as you will clear city light view.
You can book at counter at Shanghai Tower at 180 RMB. Please carry your passport for booking..
You can book at counter at Shanghai Tower at 180 RMB. Please carry your passport for booking..
