Taipei 101 Place guide
Taipei
Taipei 101
This 1,667-ft skyscraper is the tallest building in the city, and previously, the world. Taipei 101 was built to resemble a giant bamboo stalk, paying homage to Taiwan’s traditional Chinese culture.
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The Tallest Eco Building in Taiwan
This 1,667-ft skyscraper is the tallest building in the city, and previously, the world. Taipei 101 was built to resemble a giant bamboo stalk, paying homage to Taiwan’s traditional Chinese culture. It contains offices, a shopping mall, food court, and an observation deck reached via high speed elevator.
Visiting the outdoor observatory on the 91st floor and admiring outstanding views of the city from up top are mainstays of any Taiwan travel guide. A wind damper hangs from the 92nd to 87th floor, displaying the building’s readiness to gale winds and earthquakes, despite sitting just 660 feet from a major fault line.
The building has attracted international attention for its eco-friendly construction. It was awarded the LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Platinum certification for energy efficiency and environmental design – the highest level in the category of operation and maintenance of existing buildings.
Taipei 101 is so tall that it can be seen from many vantage points in the city. After sunset, try to catch a glimpse of it from wherever you are – you’ll see the building lit up in different colors! (Pro tip: Hike up Elephant Mountain for the best views!)
Getting there
- MRT: Take the Red Line to Taipei 101 Station
- Bus: Many lines stop at Taipei 101
No.7, Sec. 5, Xinyi Rd, Xinyi District; Opening hours 9:00am-10:00pm
