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Taipei 101

Taipei 101

A bamboo-shaped skyscraper with one of the world's fastest elevators.

Photo: CEphoto, Uwe Aranas, CC BY-SA 3.0
  • TypeArchitecture
  • CountryTaiwan
  • BaseTaipei
  • Coordinates25.0336, 121.5647
Taipei 101, formerly known as the Taipei World Financial Center, is a 508-meter, 101-story skyscraper in Taipei, Taiwan. It is owned by the Taipei Financial Center Corporation. It was officially classified as the world's tallest building from its opening on 31 December 2004 until it was surpassed by the Burj Khalifa in 2009.Source: Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0

Visiting tips

  • For a free view of the tower, hike Elephant Mountain at sunset.
  • Best season in Taiwan: October to April.
  • Carry water, sun protection and clothing suitable for religious sites where relevant.

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Where to stay nearby

The most convenient base is Taipei. Recommended areas: Ximending (youthful, lively and central); Zhongshan (boutique hotels and cafés); Xinyi (taipei 101 and upmarket).

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