Hopewell Centre, Circular skyscraper in Wan Chai, Hong Kong.
Description
Hopewell Centre is a cylindrical tower in Wan Chai that stretches 222 meters high with 64 stories stacked in a round column. The circular shape continues from the base all the way to the top, making it immediately recognizable in the harbor skyline.
History
The tower opened in 1980 and held the title of Hong Kong's highest building for nine years before the Bank of China Tower surpassed it in 1989. This period reflected the city's rapid growth and competition among developers to create taller structures.
Culture
The circular tower became a talking point in the city's ongoing conversation about modern architecture and urban aesthetics. Its distinctive shape generates discussion among residents and visitors about how tall buildings reshape the visual identity of the harbor.
Practical
The main entrance is on the third floor, reached by escalators, while a secondary entrance sits on the seventeenth floor because of the hillside terrain. Visitors can use whichever entry is most convenient depending on which direction they approach from.
Did you know?
The Grand Buffet restaurant on the 62nd floor rotates once each hour, giving diners a complete view of the city while they eat. This slow rotation lets people watch the harbor and waterfront shift gradually across their windows without leaving their seats.
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