Habib Bank Plaza, Office building in Karachi, Pakistan
Habib Bank Plaza is an office building in central Karachi located on I.I. Chundrigar Road, rising 22 stories and reaching 101 meters in height. It serves as the headquarters of Habib Bank Limited and houses more than 1,770 employees who provide banking services to individuals and corporations.
The building was completed in 1972 and was the tallest structure in South Asia at that time, until it was later surpassed by Express Towers. Its completion marked a turning point in the region's architectural development.
The building serves as a meeting location for the Ruet-e-Hilal Committee, where members gather to determine the start of Islamic lunar months. This role gives the place special religious meaning for the Muslim community.
The central location on I.I. Chundrigar Road makes the building easy to reach and it is a distinctive landmark in the skyline. Visitors should note that it is a private bank headquarters and access to interior spaces may be limited.
The American architectural firm Leo A. Daly designed the structure during the 1960s, incorporating modernist principles into the banking district. The building displays a remarkable blend of international design culture and local financial architecture.
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