In the heart of Guiyang city, China, there is a majestic waterfall cascading from a 121-meter tall building.
Video of the tallest waterfall building in the world located in Guiyang, Guizhou province, China. (Source: Sohu).
In the center of Guiyang (Guizhou province, China), a magnificent waterfall flows down from a 121-meter tall building, recognized as the tallest artificial waterfall in the world, attracting widespread attention from tourists.
The building is designed to resemble a cliff, with water flowing down from above like a giant natural waterfall.
In fact, there are many differing opinions about this building, as constructing the waterfall system within the building cost millions of USD.
The waterfall operates using four large 185-kilowatt pumps, which draw water from underground to a height of 108 meters before cascading down into a reservoir at the base of the building.
In addition to the initial investment of millions of USD, the electricity cost per hour can reach several hundred Renminbi (approximately 3,500 VND per Renminbi), with daily operational costs soaring into tens of thousands of Renminbi.
Moreover, many critics argue that the building wastes water. However, the management states that the waterfall uses a recirculating water pumping system, where the water that cascades into the reservoir is pumped back up for reuse, also utilizing rainwater, thus minimizing water waste.
The waterfall only operates during holidays and events that draw large crowds of tourists. The tourism economy driven by the waterfall can potentially outweigh the electricity bills significantly.
Furthermore, during sweltering summer days, the waterfall created by the building serves as a “natural air conditioner,” effectively lowering the temperature in the surrounding area. The management mentions that the building is a five-star hotel, and the waterfall serves as a highlight to promote its image, attracting a large volume of visitors.
