A look at the tallest buildings in the world – Part 2
November 7, 2009 by admin
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It was not long ago when a list of the tallest buildings in the world was led by American structures. As a matter of fact, in 1989, the United States had the top five spots on that particular list. Currently, America only has one building in those spots. It has been a remarkable trend that foreign nations have coveted taller buildings to add prestige to the city it resides in and its country. This inclination is not likely to fade any time soon.
The tallest completed building in the world is the Taipei 101 in Taipei, Taiwan. At a remarkable one thousand six hundred and seventy and one-half feet tall, it gets this recognition on account of an antenna atop of its roof. Designed by C. Y. Lee & Partners, it was completed in 2004. It has one hundred and one floors. In 2006, Newsweek magazine named it one of the seven new wonders of the world.
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia has the second and third tallest buildings on the globe. The two buildings are called Petronas Tower 1 and Petronas Tower 2 or simply the Petronas Twin Towers. Both of them are measured at one thousand four hundred and eighty three feet tall a piece. Similarly, eighty eight floors occupy the two buildings as well. It was completed in 1998 and the designer was Cesar Pelli.
We finally get to an American building at number three. The Sears Tower has long been a staple when thinking about the tallest buildings in the world. The chief architect was Bruce Graham and it was completed in 1974. Comprising one hundred and ten floors, the Sears Tower proudly stands at a height of one thousand four hundred and fifty feet tall.
The Jin Mao Building is currently number four. Since 1999, the Jin Mao has been the tallest edifice in Shanghai, China. With its eighty eight floors and one thousand three hundred and eighty one feet in height, this structure was actually designed by an American firm named Skidmore, Owings, & Merrill.
Number five is the Two International Finance Centre in Hong Kong. Designer Cesar Pelli makes his second appearance on this prominent list. As with his tallest building, the Petronas Twin Towers, this one in Hong Kong also consists of eighty eight floors. However, it is much shorter at a height of one thousand three hundred and sixty two feet tall.
If you were looking for the grand daddy of all tall buildings, then the famous Empire State Building in New York City enters the list at number nine. It was completed in 1931. With its one thousand two hundred and fifty feet in height and one hundred and two floors, the Empire State Building is synonymous with New York City. The designing firm of Shreve, Lamb, and Harmon had started a phenomenon that lingers on today. Tall buildings are majestic structures that people marvel in amazement. With this lure, the list of the tallest buildings in the world will continue to change.
Petronas Twin Towers (timelapse color)
May 30, 2009 by admin
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Versió en color.
Tour the Best Places in Kuala Lumpur With City Park Hotel
If you’re the type who wants to travel around to experience a dose of thrilling adventure, fun learning activities, leisure and relaxation, then Kuala Lumpur the destination for you!
Kuala Lumpur, a city known for its vibrancy has lots exciting stuff in store for travellers like you. Kuala Lumpur has all you need for an interesting trip from the popular tourist landmarks, to renowned historical sites, to galleries, shops and restaurants you’ll surely love.
Here at City Park Hotel, we are proud to be a part of the rich and magnificent city of Kuala Lumpur. Because of that, allow us to let you experience the best of Malaysia travel by giving you to the top 5 places to visit in Kuala Lumpur.
#1 The National Art Gallery
Open Hours: 10am to 6pm
Gain a deeper appreciation for art and history with The National Art Gallery. It has a collection of more than 2,500 masterpieces, both traditional and contemporary artworks using different media such as paper and clay. Its spacious interior houses five colossal galleries, auditorium, bar and café, library/resource center, exhibition hall, and creative center for seminars and workshops.
#2 Kuala Lumpur Tower
Open Hours: 9am to 10pm
Hold your breath as you experience being on top of the world! Kuala Lumpur Tower is one of the most loved attractions in the city. It gives every visitor a panoramic view of the city skyline and a stunning sight of the one of the world’s skyscrapers, Petronas Twin Towers. Spending a little longer at the restaurant lets you take a glimpse on everything as it turns in the complete circle for 90 minutes.
#3 Petronas Twin Towers
Prepare for to be astonished by the world’s tallest free-standing towers! With a height of 452 meters, these giant structures have 88 floors that house the state-of-the-art concert hall, known as the Petronas Philharmonic Hall. Also, the first few levels are open to public since shopping arcade restaurants, museum, and concert halls are found there.
#4 Lake Garden
Open Hours: 9am to 6pm
Surrender yourself to a refreshing walk and sightseeing at Titiwangsa Lake Garden. This serene haven consists of man-made lake, landscaped garden, paddock, walking and jogging trails, playgrounds, exercise stations and rowing boats. Also within the park are flower gardens, butterfly park, birds park, and the national monument.
#5 City Park Hotel Kuala Lumpur
For a hotel accommodation in Kuala Lumpur that spells comfort and affordability, nothing beats City Park Hotel! It offers cozy rooms complete with practical amenities, modern facilities and brilliant services at rates that will surely fit your budget. Aside from that, City Park Hotel is admired for its fine location that has close proximity to the city’s popular tourist destinations, giving every guest the ease and convenience of touring Kuala Lumpur.
For online reservation, please feel free to visit http://www.citypark-kualalumpur.com/
Kuala lumpur – petronas twin towers
May 17, 2009 by admin
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sitting in the park outside the Twin towers of Kuala Lumpur
Travelling in Kuala Lumpur- a Shopaholic’s Dream Come True
Kuala Lumpur is the capital city of Malaysia and is also the largest city in Malaysia. Kuala Lumpur in the Malay language means “muddy estuary”. Kula Lumpur was founded in 1857. The city was originally a Chinese tin mining village. Kuala Lumpur became the capital of the Federated Malay States in 1896. In 1957, Malaysia gained its independence, the independence was declared in front of a large gathering of people in a stadium that came to be now known as the Stadium Merdeka or the Independence Stadium.
The Kuala Lumpur city can be divided up into eight major areas according to attractions or the activities they offer. They are namely the City Centre, the Golden Triangle, Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman, Brickfields, Bangsar and Midvalley, Damansara and Hartamas, Ampang, Northern Suburbs and the Southern Suburbs.
The City Centre is the main hub of Kuala Lumpur. Here there is the Merdeka Square (Independence Square), Selangor Club, Sultan Abdul Samad Building, Chinatown (which is in fact the old Chinese business centre). The Golden Triangle consists of the shopping malls, party spots, the Petronas Twin Towers and the five star hotels. The Golden Triangle is situated, from the City Centre, roughly north east. At the Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman one will find many shops with very low prices on products. Most of the products are sold in bulk. There are also food havens here. This is full of activity during the festive seasons. The area is situated towards the northern region of the Golden Triangle. Brickfieds is the Little India of Kuala Lumpur, with many Indian shops.
The Golden Triangle is an area where one could find a Kuala Lumpur hotel. Jalan Tuakan Abdul Rahman is another area where one can find Kuala Lumpur hotel accommodation. And the main things to do while travelling in Kuala Lumpur is shop and try the food there.
