Istanbul is the largest city in Turkey and one of the largest cities in the world. It is situated on the European and Asian sides of the Bosphorus, making it the only city worldwide that spans two continents. Over the centuries, Istanbul has established itself as one of the greatest and most diverse cities in […]
The Canton Tower (also called the Guangzhou TV and Sightseeing Tower) is currently under construction and will be completed in time for the Asia games in 2010. It is already the tallest tower in the world, and will ultimately exceed six hundred meters in length. The structure uses a modern design to form the tower’s […]
When completed in 1976, the CN Tower was the largest freestanding structure in the world and was not surpassed until 2007 by the then unfinished Burj Khalifa in Dubai. It remains the tallest structure in the Western hemisphere. It serves as a communications tower and has an observatory to view Toronto’s skyline. It has become […]
Ostankino Tower is the tallest tower in Europe and was the tallest tower in the world when it was completed in 1967. It serves as a television and radio station and was built to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Russian revolution. The tower also served as a motivating factor in the creation of other […]
Upon its completion in 1994, the Oriental Pearl Tower was the tallest building in China and remained so until it was surpassed by the Shanghai World Financial Center in 2007. The tower has eleven spheres and multiple observation decks. Some claim that the design of the building is connected to a well-known Chinese poem.
Milad Tower is the tallest tower in Iran, and has an octagonal base to symbolize traditional Persian architecture. The tower, completed in 2008, is part of a large 21st century complex in Tehran that includes a convention center and a hotel, among other facilities.
Also called the KL Tower, Menara Kuala Lumpur was finished in 1994. It is used for communication purposes and also serves as the Islamic falak observatory to mark the beginning of Ramadan.
Guinness Book of World Records’ tallest hotel is the Rose Rayhaan by Rotana, standing at a height of 333 metres and 72 storeys. With its large lavishly decorated rooms, suites and penthouses the hotel is definitely worth its high price. Decor is contemporary Arabic, befitting of the region. The hotel has 8 conference halls, several […]
This iconic structure is the symbol of a modern Dubai. Shaped like a boat with a billowing sail and located on a man-made island, this is perhaps the most unique hotel on Earth. Visitors can feel the warm welcome of traditional Arabian hospitality which envelops them the moment they enter this spectacular hotel. The highest […]
Conveniently located in the business district of Dubai, the Jumeirah Emirates Towers are ideal for the business traveler. Each guest room has all facilities required for doing business – Internet via high- speed modem points, individual fax, printer, copy machines, etc. The hotel has 400 bedrooms (including 40 suites) in seven different categories ranging from […]