Sichuan Tower Of China
SICHUAN, China
Tower Story
As the absolute landmark of Chengdu city and Sichuan province, Sichuan Tower is 339 meters high, the highest one in western China covering an area of 6666.7 square meters. The flooring space of 8000 square meters in the tower has been developed for tourism, catering and entertainment etc.
Facts and Statistics
City name
Chengdu
Architect
Designing Institute, China Ministry of Radio, Film and TV
Inauguration date
Dec.28, 1992
Construction time
7 years
Max. people working on tower at any one time during construction
1500 persons
Construction cost
USD$ 40 million
Total height of tower from base including antenna
339 meters
Total weight
80,000 tons
Maximum design wind speed
20km/h
Sway of antenna from core
Maximum 1 meter
Height of observatory
Indoor observation deck at 208m, and outdoor observation deck at 218m
Number of steps
1860 steps
Name of restaurant
Chengdu339 Revolving Restaurant and a Chinese restaurant
Restaurant height
Revolving restaurant, 213m, Chinese restaurant, 204m
Restaurant capacity
300 seats
Time of full restaurant revolution
60-90 minutes
Number of elevators
3
Elevator capacity
13-24 people
Elevator speed
6 meters per second
Elevator capacity per hour
1000 persons per hour
Elevator manufacturer
Mitsubishi, Hitachi
Maximum diameter of shaft
4.2 meters
Minimum diameter of shaft
0.8 meters
Number of broadcasting facilities
21
Unique features of tower
In the Clouds—four independent glass-floors at 230m
Gallery
Contact Info
Sun Lei/Sophie
sctower@163.com
No.94, Mengzhui-wan Street Chengdu, Sichuan P.R.China 610051
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