About this Place Of Interest

Towering majestically over the Kuala Lumpur skyline, the Petronas Twin Towers are a marvel of engineering that once earned them the title of the Tallest Buildings in the World. In fact, they remain the world’s tallest twin towers until today! This 451.9 metre tall behemoth combines elements of Malaysia’s Islamic cultural heritage with cutting-edge building technology in its design [1]. The result is an iconic symbol of Malaysia, a must-see tourist destination complete with food, shopping, music and nature.

About this Learning Experience

In this Learning Experience, learn about the importance of center of gravity in the design of stable skyscrapers. This Learning Experience is suitable for learners Secondary 4 and above. Please note that external links require an internet connection and can be further explored at home. Also, the activities are conducted outdoors and are thus subject to good weather conditions.

Syllabus Content

• Forces
• - Center of mass
• - Stability

Resources Needed

Ruler, protractor, cardboard, a toothpick or a pin, a piece of string, cellophane tape and a small weight such as a pen, coin or card.