Two International Finance Centre facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Two International Finance Centre |
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International Finance Centre
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| General information | |
| Status | Complete |
| Type | Commercial offices |
| Location | 8 Finance Street Central, Hong Kong |
| Coordinates | 22°17′6″N 114°9′33″E / 22.28500°N 114.15917°E |
| Construction started | 2000 |
| Completed | 2003 |
| Opening | 2003 |
| Height | |
| Architectural | 415.0 m (1,361.5 ft) |
| Tip | 415.4 m (1,362.9 ft) |
| Roof | 407.0 m (1,335.3 ft) |
| Top floor | 387.6 m (1,271.7 ft) |
| Technical details | |
| Floor count | 88 above ground level, 6 basement floors |
| Floor area | 185,805 m2 (1,999,988 sq ft) |
| Lifts/elevators | 62 |
| Design and construction | |
| Architect | César Pelli & Association Architects |
| Executive Architect (Cladding) | Adamson Associates Architects |
| Developer | Sun Hung Kai Properties |
| Structural engineer | Ove Arup & Partners |
The Two International Finance Centre (often called 2 IFC) is a very tall building, known as a skyscraper, located in Hong Kong. It stands at an amazing 415 meters (about 1,362 feet) high and has 88 floors. This makes it one of the tallest buildings in the world. It was finished in 2003.
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What is 2 IFC?
The 2 IFC building is mainly used for commercial offices. This means many different companies have their offices there. It's a very important business hub in Hong Kong. The building is part of a larger complex called the International Finance Centre, which also includes another tower (One IFC) and a big shopping mall.
Design and Construction
The famous architect César Pelli designed the 2 IFC. He is known for designing many tall and impressive buildings around the world. The construction of 2 IFC started in 2000 and was completed in 2003. It has 88 floors above the ground and 6 floors underground. The number 88 is considered very lucky in Chinese culture.
Inside the Building
Inside 2 IFC, you'll find many modern offices. It also has 62 elevators to help people move quickly between floors. The building is home to the headquarters of the Hong Kong Monetary Authority, which is like Hong Kong's central bank.
The IFC Mall
Connected to the 2 IFC tower is the ifc mall. This is a large and popular shopping center with many different shops, restaurants, and even a cinema. It's a great place for people who work in the towers or visitors to relax and shop. The mall also has a lovely rooftop garden on Level 4, which is open to the public. It's a nice green space in the middle of the busy city. The first Apple Store in Hong Kong also opened in the IFC mall.
Images for kids
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The International Finance Centre in the afternoon.
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One International Finance Centre, next to 2 IFC.
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A map showing the location of the IFC.
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Two IFC in the evening, with the Star Ferry Pier below.
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The office lobby inside Two IFC.
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Two IFC (left) and One IFC (right).
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The headquarters of the Hong Kong Monetary Authority at 2 IFC.
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Various shops inside the IFC mall.
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A fashion show happening in the IFC mall.
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The Level 4 roof garden, a public open space.
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The first Apple Store in Hong Kong, located in the IFC mall.
See also
In Spanish: International Finance Centre para niños
