List of tallest buildings in Charleston, West Virginia facts for kids
Downtown Charleston from the Kanawha River
Welcome to Charleston, West Virginia! This city is the biggest in West Virginia. It's a very important place for business, government, shopping, and travel in the state. Charleston is home to 21 tall buildings, often called high-rises. These buildings shape the city's skyline.
The West Virginia State Capitol building is the tallest structure in all of Charleston. In the downtown area, the Kanawha Valley Building stands as the highest skyscraper.
Charleston's Tallest Buildings
Charleston's skyline features many impressive buildings. These structures are important for businesses and homes. They also show the city's history and growth. Below is a list of some of the tallest buildings you can find in Charleston.
| Rank | Name | Stories | Height | Year Built | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | West Virginia State Capitol | 3 | 292 ft (89 m) | 1932 | The state's main government building |
| 2 | Kanawha Valley Building | 22 | 265 ft (81 m) | 1929 | Used for business offices |
| 3 | Laidley Tower | 22 | 255 ft (78 m) | 1985 | Also used for business offices |
| 4 | BB&T Square | 18 | 250 ft (76.2 m) | 1976 | A building for businesses |
| 5 | Chase Center | 20 | 230 ft (70 m) | 1969 | Another building for businesses |
| 6 | Huntington Square | 17 | 207 ft (63.1 m) | 1969 | Houses business offices |
| 7 | United Center | 12 | 205 ft (62.5 m) | 1984 | Used for business offices |
| 8 | AT&T Building | 15 | 195 ft (60 m) | 1931 | A building for businesses |
| 9 | Imperial Tower | 19 | 191 ft (58 m) | 1964 | Homes for people (condominiums) |
| 10 | City Center West | 13 | 186 ft (57 m) | 1981 | Government offices |
| 11 | Union Building | 14 | 183 ft (56 m) | 1911 | Used for business offices |
| 12 | Columbia Gas Transmission Building | 12 | 177 ft (54 m) | 1955 | A building for businesses |
| 13 | Charleston Marriott Town Center | 16 | 175 ft (53.3 m) | 1982 | A hotel for visitors |
| 14 | 405 Capitol Street Building | 12 | 136 ft (41 m) | 1929 | Used for business offices |
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