The tallest buildings in India
Photographs: Courtesy, Talati and Panthaky Associates
No city in India is as starved of space as Mumbai is. Surrounded by sea on three sides, the city has only one way to expand – vertically. And that’s why, most of India’s tallest building are located in the city.
Among the major metros in India, Bangalore and Hyderabad is now seeing rise of tall structures but Delhi and Kolkata still lags behind.
Let’s take a look at 30 tallest buildings in India and the facilities they offer.
Courtesy: Wikipedia
JK House
Rank: 30
City: Mumbai
Height: 476 ft
Floors: 36
Year: 2012
Building type: Residential
Many describe it as Gautam Singhania’s own version of Antilia (Mukesh Ambani’s house). This is a private residence of Singhania located at Breach Candy, not too far from Antilia.
It features houses a museum, two private swimming pools, a gym with a spa and recreational centre, and a helipad at its highest point.
Photographs: Courtesy, Wikimedia Commons
Four Seasons Mumbai
Rank: 29
City: Mumbai
Height: 479 ft
Floors: 35
Year: 2012
Building type: Hotel
Located in the Worli-Lower Parel commercial area, Four Seasons features Mumbai’s highest rooftop bar accompanied by stunning city views.
The Four Seasons offers comfortable rooms with a 42-inch LCD TV. It has an outdoor pool, spa and fitness centre.
Photographs: Courtesy, Wikimedia Commons
Belvedere Court
Rank: 28
City: Mumbai
Height: 489 ft
Floors: 40
Year: 2000
Building type: Residential
Project by Mahindra Lifespaces, Belvedere Court is located at Mahalaxmi. It provides options of 3BHK and Duplex.
All rooms in the apartments overlook the Race Course and the Haji Ali Bay. The building has all modern amenities such as a swimming pool, health club with steam bath and jacuzzi, a tennis court, a squash court, and play area for children.
Photographs: Courtesy, Surya G
Oberoi Woods Towers I, II, & III
Rank: 27
City: Mumbai
Height: 492 ft
Floors: 40
Year: 2009
Building type: Residential
Developed by Oberoi Realty, the project is of the integrated township - Oberoi Garden City which is spread across 80 acres, at Goregaon East.
Amenities include swimming pool, tennis court, clubhouse, skating rink, verdant gardens and children's play area.
Photographs: Courtesy, Raheja Universal
Raheja Excelsior
Rank: 26
City: Mumbai
Height: 492 ft
Floors: 38
Year: 2012
Building type: Residential
Constructed by Raheja Universal, the project is located at Tardeo, off Haji Ali. It has all modern amenities such as club house, h-tech gym, integrated security, swimming pool, Jacuzzi and children play area.
Photographs: Courtesy, Sumer Group
Sumer Trinity 1 & 2
Rank: 25
City: Mumbai
Height: 492 ft
Floors: 36
Year: NA
Building type: Residential
Developed by Sumer Group, the project features all modern amenities like garden, swimming pool, play area, health facilities, recreation facilities, and 24hr power backup.
It is located at Prabhadevi.
Photographs: Courtesy, Sheth Developers
Sheth Beaumonde I, II, & III
Rank: 24
City: Mumbai
Height: 492 ft
Floors: 35
Year: NA
Building type: Residential
Developed by Sheth Developers, the project is located at Prabhadevi. It features amenities such as swimming pool, squash courts, spa, gym, mini theatre, cafeteria, etc.
Photographs: Courtesy, Sri Group
Le Palazzo
Rank: 23
City: Mumbai
Height: 492 ft
Floors: 46
Year: 2010
Building type: Residential
The project is developed by the Sri Group and is located at Nana Chowk, off Kemps Corner Bridge.
Some of the amenities include a 5-star banquet hall, pantry with catering facility, sky gardens, library, cafeterias, business centre, swimming pools, spa, ice skating, indoor games, and high security.
Photographs: Courtesy, Seth Developers
Vasant Polaris
Rank: 22
City: Mumbai
Height: 495 ft
Floors: 30
Year: 2009
Building type: Residential
Located in Goregaon West, the project was developed by Seth Developers. It features all modern amenities.
Photographs: Courtesy, Shreepati Group
Shreepati Arcade
Rank: 21
City: Mumbai
Height: 502 ft
Floors: 45
Year: 2002
Building type: Residential
It is located at Nana Chowk, Grant Road. The club house of the Shreepati Arcade is equipped with a swimming pool, gymnasium, steam, sauna & jacuzzi.
The building is constructed by Shreepati Group.
Photographs: Courtesy, Mantri Group
Mantri Pinnacle
Rank: 20
City: Bangalore
Height: 502 ft
Floors: 46
Year: NA
Building type: Residential
This is the tallest building in South India. It has 3,4,5 bedroom apartments/penthouses, which are fully equipped with all the luxurious features & amenities.
Photographs: Courtesy, Phoenix Mills
Shangri La/Palladium Hotel
Rank: 19
City: Mumbai
Height: 509 ft
Floors: 40
Year: 2012
Building type: Hotel
Located at High Street Phoenix in Parel, the hotel was supposed to be run by Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts.
Few days back the developer, Phoenix Mills and Shangri-La parted ways. The hotel is now rebranded as Palladium Hotel.
Photographs: Mark0687/Wikimedia Commons
MRVDC (World Trade Center)
Rank: 18
City: Mumbai
Height: 512 ft
Floors: 35
Year: 1970
Building type: Commercial
The Mumbai World Trade Centre in Cuffe Parade was built in 1970 and consists of two towers, MRVDC and IDBI.
Photographs: Courtesy, RNA Group
RNA Mirage
Rank: 17
City: Mumbai
Height: 518 ft
Floors: 40
Year: 2008
Building type: Residential
Constructed by RNA Group, the tower is located at Worli. Every flat in this building has over 2500-sq.ft living space. The project boasts of amenities such as swimming pool, landscaped garden, gymnasium, health club, spa and jacuzzi and steam.
Photographs: Courtesy, Rustomjee
Rustomjee Elanza 1, 2 & 3
Rank: 16
City: Mumbai
Height: 525 ft
Floors: 36
Year: N.A.
Building type: Residential
Elanza is located at Malad West and has 2 and 2.5 BHK apartments. It has all the modern say amenities.
Photographs: Courtesy, Bombay Realty
Springs
Rank: 15
City: Mumbai
Height: 525 ft
Floors: 41
Year: N.A.
Building type: Residential
Springs is part of The The Island City Center (ICC), which Bombay Realty (Wadias) are developing. ICC boasts of residences, offices, a 5-star hotel, a mall, high street and an international school.
The company say that Springs is Bombay Realty's most exquisite creation. This eco-friendly building has 3BHK and 4BHK apartments with all the modern amenities such as security, gym, lounge, library, squash court and a swimming pool.
Photographs: Courtesy, Raheja Universal
Raheja Legend
Rank: 14
City: Mumbai
Height: 548 ft
Floors: 40
Year: N.A.
Building type: Residential
Located at Worli, Raheja Legend has one luxurious residential unit per floor and a penthouse on the top three floors.
The clubhouse and swimming pool are situated on the seventh and the eighth floor respectively. The project is constructed by Raheja Universal.
Photographs: Courtesy, Lokhandwala Infrastructure
Victoria
Rank: 13
City: Mumbai
Height: 558 ft
Floors: 47
Year: 2012
Building type: Residential
Lokhandwala Infrastructure is developing this exclusive 55 storied tower that offers 4BHKs and Penthouses. Located at Worli, each house in the tower offers views of the Arabian Sea and Mahalakshmi Race Course.
Photographs: Courtesy, Sheth Developers
Vasant Grandeur
Rank: 12
City: Mumbai
Height: 564 ft
Floors: 36
Year: 2010
Building type: Residential
Sheth Developers is constructing this project situated in the precincts of Vasant Marvel, Kandivali (E).
It will have a 2-level podium, lush garden, swimming pool and clubhouse on the upper level and Offers 2, 21/2 and 3 BHK apartments.
Photographs: Reuters
Antilia
Rank: 11
City: Mumbai
Height: 568 ft
Floors: 27
Year: 2010
Building type: Residential
Named after the mythical Atlantic island of Antillia, this building is home to one of the world’s richest person, Mukesh Ambani. It is also the most expensive home in the world.
Designed by Chicago based architects, Perkins & Will, Antilia is built at a cost of about $2 billion (according to Forbes).
Photographs: Courtesy, Wadhwa Group
Imperial Heights 1 & 2
Rank: 10
City: Mumbai
Height: 591 ft
Floors: 49
Year: 2011
Building type: Residential
Wadhwa Group, the project developer, says that it is the only 7-star homes that boasts of features and amenities that are unique in every way.
The facilities include an extensive lap, plunge and children’s pool, water-bodies, children’s wet and dry play equipment, common clubhouse with indoor facilities etc.
Photographs: Courtesy, Sunshine Group
Sunshine Tower
Rank: 9
City: Mumbai
Height: 591 ft
Floors: 40
Year: 2011
Building type: Commercial
Located at Dadar West, the project is constructed by Sunshine Group.
Photographs: Courtesy, Godrej Properties
Planet Godrej
Rank: 8
City: Mumbai
Height: 594 ft
Floors: 51
Year: 2009
Building type: Residential
Located at Mahalaxmi on a 9 acre plot, Planet Godrej offer 360 degree views from all the apartments.
Photographs: Courtesy, DB Realty
Orchid Woods 1, 2, & 3
Rank: 7
City: Mumbai
Height: 623 ft
Floors: 55
Year: 2012
Building type: Residential
The project belongs to DB Realty. Located at Goregaon, the project occupies 2.4-acre land. The project offers all the modern amenities including podium gardens, multiple swimming pools, and health clubs and Jacuzzi.
Photographs: Courtesy, Rohan Lifespaces
The Ruby
Rank: 6
City: Mumbai
Height: 627 ft
Floors: 40
Year: 2011
Building type: Commercial
The project has come up on Ruby Mills located at Dadar. The owner of Ruby Mills jointly developed the property with Rohan Lifespaces.
Photographs: Uniconnect/Wikimedia Commons
Ashok Towers
Rank: 5
City: Mumbai
Height: 633 ft
Floors: 49
Year: 2009
Building type: Residential
Ashok Towers project is spread over 18 acres and offer a range of studios; 2, 3, 4, 5 BHK apartments, garden duplex and penthouses.
Peninsula Land Limited is developing the tower.
A choice of design options and excellent amenities are offered along with the luxury of walkways, lush parks, sports and other recreational activities to create an inviting and holistic living experience, states the developer’s website.
Photographs: Courtesy, K Raheja Corp
Vivarea 1, 2, & 3
Rank: 4
City: Mumbai
Height: 656 ft
Floors: 45
Year: 2012
Building type: Residential
The project is constructed by K Raheja Corp and is located at Mahalaxmi.
It has all the modern amenities including jogging track, gymnasium, games room, swimming pool, children’s play area, etc.
Photographs: Courtesy, Kohinoor Group
Kohinoor Square
Rank: 3
City: Mumbai
Height: 666 ft
Floors: 52
Year: 2013
Building type: Mixed Use
The building is coming up at Kohinoor Mills, Shivaji Park. It is one of the first Skyscraper building in India to achieve a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Gold rating for environmental sustainability.
The Kohinoor square complex comprises a main skyscrapers and residence skyscrapers which are used for mixed use like Hotel, Residence and High-End Shopping mall.
Photographs: Courtesy, Lodha Group
Lodha Bellissimo A, B, & C
Rank: 2
City: Mumbai
Height: 728 ft
Floors: 53
Year: 2012
Building type: Residential
Lodha, the project developer, is selling flats in this project by invitation only. This exclusive project has world-class facilities including conference rooms and concierge services. It is features among the world’s top 1,000 landscape.
Photographs: Courtesy, SD Corporation
Imperial Towers 1 & 2
Rank: 1
City: Mumbai
Height: 833 ft
Floors: 61
Year: 2010
Building type: Residential
The Imperial is a twin-tower residential skyscraper located at the sea front in Tardeo. The project is designed by designed by Hafeez Contractor. It’s probably the only buildings in the country to have a private observation deck is present at the top of each towers.
The project is jointly developed by Shapoorji Pallonji Group and Dilip Thacker Group.
The houses in this project ranges between 2,550-10,000 ft and boast of world-class amenities.
Source : http://www.rediff.com