Marvel of modern engineering: How Taiwan’s tallest skyscraper survived 7.4 earthquake – Times of India
In the wake of Taiwan’s most powerful earthquake in a quarter-century, the towering Taipei 101, once the world’s tallest skyscraper, emerged unscathed, showcasing the pinnacle of modern engineering against natural disasters. The 7.4 magnitude earthquake, which struck Taiwan leaving at least 9 dead and damaging 770 buildings, tested the island’s preparedness and architectural resilience, particularly…