Oriental Pearl Tower

Oriental Pearl Tower

The Oriental Pearl Tower is a distinct landmark located in Shanghai, China. It is one of the most iconic structures in the city and is a significant symbol of the economic growth and development of Shanghai.

History

The construction of the Oriental Pearl Tower began in 1991 and was completed in 1994. The tower was designed by the Shanghai Modern Architectural Design Co. Ltd. and was the tallest structure in China until 2007 when it was surpassed by the Shanghai World Financial Center.

Architecture

The Oriental Pearl Tower stands at a height of 468 meters and is composed of eleven spheres of varying sizes. The tower's unique design is inspired by a verse of the Tang Dynasty poem Pipa Song by Bai Juyi, which compares the beautiful sound of the pipa instrument to pearls falling onto a jade plate.

Features

The Oriental Pearl Tower houses various attractions including the Shanghai Municipal History Museum located at the base of the tower. The tower also features three observatory levels. The highest, known as the Space Module, is at a height of 350 meters. The other two are the Sightseeing Floor and the Space City. The tower also has a revolving restaurant at the 267 meter level.

Accessibility

The Oriental Pearl Tower is easily accessible via public transportation. The tower is located in the Pudong district of Shanghai and can be reached by taking Line 2 of the Shanghai Metro to Lujiazui Station.

See Also

• Shanghai World Financial Center
• Shanghai Tower
• Jin Mao Tower

References

• Oriental Pearl Tower. (n.d.). In Wikipedia. Retrieved from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oriental_Pearl_Tower