Top 10 modern architecture marvels in Beijing

No.10 New CCTV Tower

The new home of China Central Television (CCTV) is located in the busy commercial area near the World Trade Center in Beijing's CBD. The tower, designed by Dutch architect Rem Koolhaas, is like two huge inverted "L's" connecting together. This remarkable concept, a breakaway from the traditional design of skyscrapers, presents a fresh image to local residents and attracts people's eyes miles away. 234 meters high, the building has 52 floors above ground and three floors underground, covering an area of more than 470,000 square meters. Unfortunately, the building caught fire on February 9, 2009, and is still under restoration.

Travel tips:

Open Hours: Not yet open to the public.

Getting there: Subway Line 1 to Guomao Station, then take Bus No. 402, 405, 107, 421.