Anatomy of a Skyscraper, Volume 1A

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LOCATION SEOUL, KOREA

[B] Street within Seoul in the early twentieth century when Korea was under Japanese occupation.

Located on the southern bank of the Han River in the city of Seoul, Republic of Korea, stands the Jamsil Lotte World Tower. Ranking as not only the tallest in the country, but one of the tallest in the world, the Lotte World Tower’s awe inspiring stature dwarfs the rest of the city’s skyline. Though not centrally located within the capital city, Lotte World Tower’s presence along the Han River is still easily felt. Built as a monument and icon to the economic and cultural center of South Korea, the tower HPERGLHV DOO WKH ¿QHVW TXDOLWLHV DQG characteristics that the city has to offer.

[C] Illuminated at night by its own lights, as well as those of the city, the Lotte World Tower stands tall over Seoul, Korea.

[D] Crowded with shoppers and neon signs, modern Seoul is the beating heart of South Korea’s economy.


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