Icons of their time

Komtar Tower in Penang was the first building in Malaysia to exceed 200m.

Malaysia is widely recognised for its stunning skyline, placing fourth globally in the number of skyscrapers. According to the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH), the country boasted an impressive 358 structures that soar above 150m (492ft).

The skyscraper era in Malaysia began in 1978 with the construction of its first skyscraper, Menara Bumiputera (today known as Menara Bank Muamalat), in Kuala Lumpur. Since then, the city has evolved into a vibrant metropolis renowned for its striking high-rise buildings.