Skyscraper Appreciation Day is the birthday of the famous architect William Can Alen, who is the genius behind the construction of the Chrysler Building, which is one of New York City’s most iconic landmarks.
Skyscraper Appreciation Day was initiated and founded by Dr. Tom Stevens. Interestingly, it was created so that the general public could admire the structural and architectural brilliance of skyscrapers. Furthermore, it also celebrates the triumph of reason and man’s ability to construct industrial masterpieces.
The world's current tallest building, the Burj Khalifa in Dubai, soars 2,716 into the sky,
Ping An Finance Center is a supertall skyscraper (only 1 meter shy of being a megatall) in Shenzhen, China. The skyscraper is the city's tallest building, it has an observation deck on the top, which has become one of the most popular tourist attractions in the city.
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