Petronas Towers, Postmodern skyscraper in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
The Petronas Towers are two skyscrapers with 88 floors each, rising to 451.9 meters (1,483 feet) and joined by a double-deck skybridge midway up. Steel and glass facades form a unified silhouette that can be spotted from far across the city.
Construction started in 1993 on the site of the former Selangor Turf Club and continued until 1999. When completed, they briefly held the title of tallest buildings in the world.
Islamic geometric motifs appear throughout the design, with floor plans shaped as eight-pointed stars that reflect local tradition. Families and visitors gather in the park between the buildings, especially after sunset when the illuminated facades become a popular meeting place.
The complex includes a shopping center on the lower levels, and the observation deck is open Tuesday through Sunday. Visitors planning to see the skybridge and upper floors should arrive early, as access is limited.
The foundation reaches 120 meters (394 feet) below ground with 104 concrete piles, among the deepest building foundations ever built. Each tower was constructed by a different contractor, which led to an informal competition during the work.
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