World Trade Center, Commercial twin towers in Fort district, Colombo, Sri Lanka.
The World Trade Center consists of two 152-meter towers with 43 floors, making them prominent structures in Colombo's central business district.
Construction began in September 1992 under Singaporean entrepreneur Shing Pee Tao's vision, with the towers officially opening on October 12, 1997.
The complex serves as Sri Lanka's primary international trade hub, housing the Colombo Stock Exchange and numerous global corporations within its office spaces.
The building provides 70,000 square meters of commercial space, accommodating 250 tenants and receiving approximately 14,000 visitors each day.
The towers incorporate a rainwater collection system from roofs and facades, supporting air conditioning systems and landscape irrigation throughout the complex.
Location: Colombo District
Inception: 1996
Official opening: October 12, 1997
Floors above the ground: 43
Height: 152 m
Website: http://wtc.lk
GPS coordinates: 6.93250,79.84389
Latest update: March 8, 2025 19:27
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