The Empire State Building is located in the center of
Manhattan south of
Times Square. The 103-storey building has a height of 443.2 meters (roof height - 381 meters). The skyscraper was opened in 1931 and for 23 years was the tallest building in the world. The Empire State Building looks especially impressive at night due to its illumination. Observation platforms located on the roof of the building attract the attention of many tourists due to the magnificent views of the city.