Lotte World Tower

• Lotte World Tower: is the tallest building in South Korea, has a fascinating history dating back to 1987. The dream began with Shin Kyuk-Ho, the founder of Lotte, who returned to South Korea after achieving success in Japan despite facing significant challenges. In 1987, the site for the Lotte World Tower project was selected, marking the start of a journey filled with 30 years of challenges, trials, tears, and joy. The dedication and passion of two generations, Shin Kyuk-Ho and his son, Shin Dong-Bin, finally bore fruit in 2015. The Lotte World Tower is a remarkable skyscraper that houses luxury living, hotel, shopping malls, entertainment venues, a museum, an aquarium, and much more, located in the heart of Seoul, South Korea.

Here are few more key details about the Lotte World Tower:

1. Height: It stands at 555 meters (1,821 feet) tall, making it the tallest building in South Korea and the fifth tallest in the world.

2. Construction: The construction began in 2011 and was completed in 2017.

3. Economic Impact: The tower has significantly contributed to the Korean economy, generating an economic return of $43 billion and creating 10,000 jobs.

4. Floors: The tower has 123 floors, including a luxury living, a luxury 7-star hotel, office spaces, observation decks, and various amenities.

5. Seoul Sky Observatory: Located on the 118th floor, it provides a 360-degree panoramic view of Seoul. You can also walk on the Sky Bridge, which offers breathtaking views from 541 meters above ground.

6. Lotte World Adventure: An indoor amusement park with thrilling rides like the Atlantis, Bungee Drop, Balloon Ride, and The Adventures of Sinbad.

7. Magic Island: The outdoor theme park features attractions like the Magic Castle, Gyro Swing, Gyro Drop, and Snow White Castle.

8. Lotte World Aquarium: Located in the basement of Lotte World Mall, it showcases a variety of marine life and interactive exhibits.

9. Lotte World Folk Museum: This museum exhibits the history and culture of Korea from prehistoric times to the Joseon era, and offers traditional craft experiences.

10. Lotte World Mall: A large shopping mall with a wide range of shops, restaurants, and entertainment options.

11. Lotte Concert Hall: A venue for various performances, concerts, and events.

12. Lotte Cinema: A cinema complex with the latest movies and comfortable viewing options.

Birdy Korea Travel Tip: The Lotte World Tower is massive and connects to nearby Lotte buildings and the Lotte World amusement park. Without paying attention, you might spend the entire day there and still not see everything. Make sure to visit the information desk to grab a map of the tower. Despite having a map, you may still get lost at some point. If you don't have a map handy, you're likely to end up circling around. Good luck making it out live!