Megacities

Taipei (1x9)

Uitzenddatum: Feb 02, 2007

Half a kilometre high, Taipei 101 is the tallest skyscraper on the planet, towering over one of the world's busiest cities. The ultimate in design and engineering, it is a statement of power and prestige. Yet it hovers over Taiwan's capital, Taipei, a city that sits within the "Ring of Fire", the most seismically active area on Earth. Will its shape, inspired by nature, and futuristic design prevent this modern symbol of a new Taipei from being toppled by the elements?