Shr-Hwa International Tower, High-rise building in West District, Taiwan.
The Shr-Hwa International Tower is a high-rise in Taichung that rises to about 177 meters with a smooth glass exterior featuring curved forms and silver cylindrical accents. The structure contains 47 floors above ground and 6 basement levels served by 10 elevators.
Construction began in 1998 but faced delays until Cathay Financial Holdings took over the project in 2001 and completed it in 2004. The opening marked a turning point in Taichung's modern development.
The tower has shaped Taichung's skyline and shows how international design ideas became part of local urban growth. Its location near the art museum connects it to the city's cultural heart.
The building sits in a central location near the National Taiwan Museum of Fine Arts, making it easy to access and explore. The multiple elevators allow quick movement through the many levels within.
The building was Taichung's tallest from 2004 until 2018 and features a helipad on its roof, a rare feature for office buildings in the city. This elevated platform served both practical and symbolic purposes for the structure.
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