Inside the Tower That Feels Like a City: 20,000 People, One Building

Imagine stepping into a skyscraper so vast it feels like its own miniature city. For more than

20,000 residents in Hangzhou, China, this is everyday life.

Life in the Vertical City

Originally planned as a luxury hotel, the 675-foot structure was converted into a residential giant with over

5,000 apartments. Today, it houses students, professionals, and young families.

Homes for Every Budget

Small windowless studios for around $210/month
Spacious multi-room apartments up to $570/month
Affordable compared to New York, London, or Tokyo

More Than Just Apartments

This building doesn’t just house people—it provides everything they need:

Supermarkets & food courts
Gyms & swimming pools
Hair salons & internet cafés

Each wing feels like its own neighborhood, creating a

self-sustaining vertical city.

Fascination and Debate

Online, the tower has sparked global discussion. Some praise it as a bold solution for overcrowded cities, while others fear it’s a glimpse into a

dystopian future.

Home to Thousands

For those who live there, it’s not an experiment—it’s home. A mix of affordability, community, and scale that challenges the way we imagine urban living.

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