| It is no secret that humans thrive on the metaphysical | | | | the towers and the columns are linked by arched ring |
| significance of numbers and geometry and using it as | | | | beams to strengthen the floors. A sky bridge connects |
| an occult symbolism and power. This has laid the | | | | the two buildings at the 41st floor, making it possible to |
| foundation for many great architectural constructions | | | | move from one tower to the other while being 170 |
| from ancient time. The Petronas Towers in Kuala | | | | metres above ground. The tower accommodates |
| Lumpur, situated as the centerpiece of the commercial | | | | retail and entertainment complexes, over 300 shops, |
| district of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia is one such emblem | | | | an art gallery, 880-seat concert hall, a specialized |
| of man’s aspirations and ambitions. | | | | library, a central atrium, restaurants, an interactive |
| Designed by Cesar Pelli & Associates (USA) | | | | science discovery centre, and a four-storey |
| together with KLCC architects, the tapering twin | | | | underground car park with parking space for over |
| towers are 1483 feet (452m) tall and connected by a | | | | 5,400 cars. |
| sky bridge. They are considered the tallest twin | | | | For those who are looking for a place to stay near the |
| buildings in the world. Based on simple Islamic | | | | Twin Towers and other attractions in the vicinity such |
| geometric forms, they symbolize the concept of | | | | as the Central Market, National Museum and |
| “unity within unity, harmony, stability and rationality." | | | | Chinatown, look no further than Shangri-La Hotel Kuala |
| The twin towers of Kualar Lumpur are a national and | | | | Lumpur. This well known 5 Star Hotel Kuala Lumpur is |
| cultural icon. | | | | situated just 45 minutes away from the international |
| The 88 storied high-strength concrete structures have | | | | airport. With an outstanding choice of services and |
| an avant-garde exterior complete with traditional | | | | facilities, it is the perfect Kuala Lumpur hotel for your |
| Malaysian arts and handicrafts. A ring of sixteen | | | | stay. |
| cylindrical columns support the massive structures of | | | | |