Turquoise Tower

Turquoise Tower is a skyscraper in the central business district of Turmania, Derkasia. It was completed in 1990 after a three-year construction effort, and currently stands as the tallest building in Derkasia and the fourth-tallest worldwide, at a height of 378 meters (1,240 ft), containing 54 stories in total. The building contains a large amount of office space, with a restaurant spanning the 53rd and 54th floors. A viewing deck is present on the 50th floor, allowing views of the entire city of Turmania. The roof was originally open to the public, but was closed in 2003 due to weather concerns. The Turquoise Tower is also served by the Turmania Metro by the Turquoise Plaza metro station, which lies at the tower's foot.
Turquoise Tower was designed by Southland Architecture with the help of Jonathian-based Locke Architecture Inc. The design and shape are based on the surrounding architecture, while the building's name, Turquoise Tower, is inspired by the colour turquoise, which is located between blue and green - two of Derkasia's four national colours. The building is clad with durable stainless steel. One of the predominant features of the building is the pyramid roof, which contains a flashing aircraft warning light, a rare feature for buildings in Derkasia.
The building is recognised as a Derkasian landmark, and it has gained much attention through film, television, and other media as the tallest building in the country. The building is the site of yearly New Year's Day celebrations, while, since 2004, a light show has taken place on the tower every year on September 8th to commemorate Derkasia's reunification after the Derkasian Spring.
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