City-Hochhaus Leipzig

skyscraper in Leipzig

#20 in Leipzig / #758 in Germany

by Fred Romero from Paris, France

/ CC BY 2.0

City-Hochhaus Leipzig, located in Leipzig, Germany, is an iconic high-rise building that stands prominently in the city's skyline. Completed in 1972 and originally serving as the university's main building, it is often referred to as the "Uni-Riese" or "University Giant." The skyscraper reaches a height of 142 meters, making it one of the tallest buildings in Leipzig. Its distinctive architectural design, featuring a slightly curved facade, was intended to resemble an open book.

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