Guangzhou's Twin Supertalls

The two prominent skyscrapers in your photo are the Guangzhou International Finance Center (IFC) on the left and the CTF Finance Centre on the right. Both are iconic supertalls in Guangzhou, designed by American architectural firms. The IFC, completed in 2010, stands at 438.6 meters (1,439 ft) and is known for its distinctive triangular floor plan, tapering upwards. It primarily houses office space, a luxury hotel (Four Seasons), and a convention center. The taller CTF Finance Centre, finished in 2016, reaches 530 meters (1,739 ft) and incorporates the fastest elevators in the world, traveling at 20 meters per second. This building is a mixed-use skyscraper, containing offices, residential apartments, and a Rosewood hotel. Together, they form a striking part of Guangzhou's modern skyline, reflecting the city's rapid economic development.

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