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Science Kids: Science Images: International Commerce Centre, Hong Kong
The International Commerce Centre is a huge skyscraper in Hong Kong. One of the tallest buildings in the world, it stands at 483 metres in height (1584 feet). It features 118 floors and can be seen nearing completion in this photo. For...
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Science Kids: Science Images: Jin Mao Tower, Shanghai, China
This is a photo of the Jin Mao Tower in Shanghai, China. The massive skyscraper is one of the tallest buildings in the world, featuring 88 floors. Opened in 1998, it stands 421 metres in height (1380 feet). The image is taken from the...
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Science Kids: Science Images: Nanjing Greenland Financial Center, China
Located in Nanjing, China, the Nanjing Greenland Financial Center is one of the tallest buildings in the world. The towering skyscraper reaches 450 metres (1476 feet) in the air and contains 89 floors. For more information on amazing...
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Science Kids: Science Images: Shanghai World Financial Center, China
The Shanghai World Financial Center in China is one of the tallest buildings in the world. Built in 2008, it reaches 492 metres (1614 feet) in height and contains 101 floors. The skyscraper is used for a number of uses, from shopping...
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Science Kids: Science Images: The Gherkin, 30 St Mary Axe, Swiss Re Building
This is a photo of 30 St Mary Axe, which is also known as the Swiss Re Building or simply the Gherkin. This unique skyscraper is found in the main financial district of London, England. Standing 180 metres (591 ft) tall, the Gherkin...
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Science Kids: Science Images: Trump International Hotel and Tower, Chicago, Usa
The Trump International Hotel and Tower is one of the tallest buildings in the world. This skyscraper located in Chicago, USA, reaches an impressive height of 423 metres (1389 feet) and features 96 floors. In an interesting side fact,...