Architecture in Hong Kong is extremely diverse. Few historical buildings remain, and most of today’s notable structures reflect modern architecture, especially around the Central District. There, the tall business buildings make up the skyline along the coast of Victoria Harbour. One of the best-known buildings is Ieoh Ming Pei’s Bank of China Tower, completed in 1990 and currently Hong Kong’s third tallest skyscraper.
The building drew much controversy, stemming from its sharp angles that were believed to cast negative feng shui energy. Another well-known structure is the HSBC Headquarters Building, built on the site of Hong Kong’s first skyscraper and completed in 1985. Hong Kong’s tallest building is Two International Finance Centre, at 1,362 feet. Previously the tallest building had been Central Plaza, at more than 1,220 feet.