Interesting fact: Taipei 101 was the tallest building in the world from 2004 to 2010 and features a massive tuned mass damper to reduce sway during earthquakes and typhoons.
The answer: Taipei 101 weighs approximately 700,000 metric tons (about 770,000 US tons).
Situated in Taipei, Taiwan, Taipei 101 stands 508 meters tall with 101 floors. Its weight comes from reinforced concrete, steel, and glass materials. The building's tuned mass damper, a 660-ton steel pendulum, helps stabilize the structure against seismic activity and strong winds. The foundation includes deep piles driven into bedrock to support the enormous weight and ensure safety in this earthquake-prone region.
