Taipei 101

Taipei 101 is a 508-meter (1,667ft), 101-floor skyscraper located in Taiwan. It is currently newsworthy due to American rock climber Alex Honnold successfully scaling the building without ropes or safety equipment. Honnold, known for his free solo climb of El Capitan, had planned the ascent for over a decade, hoping to inspire others to pursue challenges. The climb was initially delayed due to rain but was completed on Sunday, drawing a crowd of onlookers. Honnold's successful climb highlights both the architectural feat of Taipei 101 and the extreme skill and mental fortitude required for free solo skyscraper climbing, a niche pursuit with significant risks.