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Jin Mao Tower, China

From series “The Highest Buildings in the World”
Year: 1998. Height: 421 m.

Jin Mao Tower deserves special attention among modern architectural symbols of Shanghai. The building is 421 meters high. Skyscraper construction was completed in 1998; it owes its spectacular appearance to the strict observance of proportions. In Asian culture, the number 8 is a symbol of prosperity and harmony, and this ‘magic’ number was laid in the heart of proportional calculations of the construction.

Jin Mao Tower, China The skyscraper has 88 floors and is built on a frame that has the shape of an octagonal star. The building is supported by 8 columns, and each of its floors is divided into 16 segments. Date of opening of the skyscraper - August 28, 1998 – was also chosen intentionally. Travelers have particular interest to Jin Mao Tower as its last 38 floors are occupied by the luxury hotel Grand Hyatt that is one of the best in Shanghai. There is a magnificent lookout at an altitude of 340 meters; visitors of the skyscraper also can diversify their leisure with various shops and restaurants.

Speaking about features of Jin Mao Tower, it’s certainly worth to note its high durability. The building was designed with local climate in mind, so it can withstand hurricane winds at 200 m/s, as well as earthquakes and other natural disasters. A panoramic lift that can reach speeds of more than 9 m/s and can raise visitors to the observation deck of a skyscraper in just 45 seconds will provide colorful impressions. Next - International financial center


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Useful staff nearby

Car rental office: 'Shenzhou Auto Rental' is located in 0.8 km ( on the map).
Supermarket: 'City Shop' in 0.54 km
Cafe/restaurant: 'Rui Laixinqiao Food Jinmao Shop' in 0 km
Railway station: 'Lujiazui' in 0.5 km

Nearest airports:
 »  Hongqiao Airport SHA - in 15 km
 »  Pudong Airport PVG - in 29 km
 »  Ningbo Lishe International Airport NGB - in 152 km
 »  Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport HGH - in 167 km
 »  Lukou Airport NKG - in 257 km
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Best hotels near Jin Mao Tower

Shanghai Xindihao Service Apartment

Located in 0 km from Jin Mao Tower
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Rooms: 35
Xindihao Service Apartment is a 10-minute drive from The Bund and a 20-minute drive from Shanghai New International Expo Centre. It takes 20 minutes … More: photo, rates and booking
Shanghai Yopark 5-Star Apartment(Shimao Riviera Garden)

Located in 1 km from Jin Mao Tower
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Rooms: 234
Located steps away from Lujiazui 96 Plaza and Century Avenue Interchange Subway Station (Line 2, 4, 6 and 9), Shanghai Yopark 5-Star Apartment is … More: photo, rates and booking
Shanghai Yopark 5-Star Apartment (Summit Residences)

Located in 2 km from Jin Mao Tower
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Rooms: 17
Shanghai Yopark 5-Star Apartment is 1 km from Shangcheng Road Subway Station (line 9) and 1.3 km from Dongchang Road Subway Station. It is 58 km from … More: photo, rates and booking
Shanghai Xing Chen Hotel

Located in 3 km from Jin Mao Tower
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Rooms: 24
Shanghai Xing Chen is a 10-minute drive from Yaohan Center, a 15-minute from Shanghai New International Exhibition Center and a 20-minute drive from … More: photo, rates and booking

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Top destination around Jin Mao Tower - Shanghai

Shanghai is an excellent place for shopaholics. Travelers will easily purchase a ton of exclusive items in this gorgeous place. As a rule, tourists like buying Chinese tea, some sorts of which are more expensive than gold. Local tea is famous for its strong taste. In the city, there are many specialty stores that sell tea and various accessories for brewing it. Besides that, Shanghai has been famous for its quality silk for several centuries. Local craftsmen use it to make wonderful clothes.

It is possible to buy silk fabric of different shades in local markets and in shopping centers. Dongtai market remains one of the best places to shop. In addition to gorgeous silk and popular souvenirs, this market is a great place to purchase interesting antiquity items and artworks by local craftsmen. Many tourists visit Shanghai to buy inexpensive jewelry, so there is no wonder why the city is home to Sunshine, the first jewelry market in Asia. This is the place to purchase truly unique elite jewelry that is both affordable and of the high quality. Finally, there is a separated market specializing in electronics. Named Cybermart, this market never ceases to attract numerous fans of gadgets.
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