Chengdu • Attraction
Chengdu Global Center
The New Century Global Center is the world's largest standalone building by floor area, covering 1.76 million square meters. This colossal structure houses an indoor beach resort, water park, IMAX cinema, ice rink, shopping mall, and offices.
Overview
The New Century Global Center is the world's largest standalone building by floor area, covering 1.76 million square meters. This colossal structure houses an indoor beach resort, water park, IMAX cinema, ice rink, shopping mall, and offices.
Highlights
- Paradise Island Water Park: An indoor beach with artificial waves, sand, and a giant LED sky ceiling simulating daylight.
- Architectural Scale: The building is so large it has its own artificial sun and weather system.
- Ice Skating Rink: An Olympic-sized ice rink open year-round.
History
Completed in 2013 and developed by the New Century Group, the Global Center overtook the Boeing Everett Factory as the world's largest building by floor area. It was designed to be a self-contained city-within-a-city.
Visitor Tips
- Tip 1: The Paradise Island water park is the main attraction — book tickets in advance on weekends.
- Tip 2: The building is near the South Railway Station; combine with arrival or departure days.
- Duration: 2–4 hours.