Al Faisaliyah Center

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Al Faisaliyah Center
The Faysaliah Center
Information
Location Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Status Complete
Constructed 2000
Use Commercial
Roof 260 metres
Companies
Architect Foster & Partners

The Al Faisaliyah Center (Arabic: برج الفيصلية) was the first skyscraper constructed in Saudi Arabia[citation needed], and the second tallest building in the country after the Kingdom Centre[citation needed]. The golden ball that lies atop the tower is said to be inspired by a ballpoint pen. Inside the ball is a restaurant; immediately below it an outside viewing deck; at ground level, there is a shopping center with major world brands.

The tower was designed by UK based architects Foster and Partners and engineers Buro Happold.

The tower is part of a larger complex, the Al Faisalyah Complex, which consists of a hotel, the tower, and two other buildings.

Coordinates: 24°41′25″N, 46°41′07″E

There is a restaurant in the glass ball, which is considered as one of the most expensive restaurants in Riyadh. The tower itself is mainly offices, whereas the ground floor consists of a shopping centre.

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