10 Most Expensive Buildings In The World 2017
2. Marina Bay Sands, Marina Bay, Singapore, US$5.5 Billion
The US$5.5 billion Marina Bay Sands is the most expensive integrated resort ever built. It is one of the most popular tourist attractions of Singapore. This iconic building is situated in an area of 15.5 hectares. This luxury building contains restaurants, a hotel, exhibition centers, theaters, retailers and entertainment venues. It was built by Nevada based Las Vegas Sands Corporation. This integrated resort was officially opened on 23rd June 2010.
Marina Bay Sands comprises three 55 story buildings and it is capped by Sands Sky park. The sky park at a height of 200 meters above ground level offers a panoramic view of the Singapore skyline. The park also 150 meters swimming pool and it is the longest elevated swimming pool in the world. The sky park also features a night club and a restaurant.
There are 2561 luxury rooms and suites in total. The large convention center of Marina Bay Sands spanning a space of 1200000 sq ft. It can accommodate more than 45000 people at a time. The grand 15000 square meters Marina Bay Sands casino has 1500 slot machines, 35 private gaming rooms and 600 gaming tables. The two theaters in this resort casino named grand theater and sands theater have a seating capacity of 2155 and 1680. Marina Bay Sands also has 300 retail stores in total.