Taipei 101 is the skyscraper famous for launching New Year's Eve fireworks in Taipei. The tower's exterior becomes the display's central surface, with fireworks and lighting effects arranged along its stacked design.
Taipei 101 opened in stages in 2004 and was then the world's tallest completed building. Its height is 508 meters, and the structure has become a symbol of Taiwan's capital. The New Year's Eve show is organized around the midnight transition and is watched by large crowds in Taipei as well as viewers through television and online broadcasts.
The tower's fireworks are sometimes confused with displays at the Burj Khalifa in Dubai, another supertall building used for New Year's celebrations. Taipei 101 is distinctive because the fireworks are integrated into the skyscraper's façade rather than being presented only beside it. Weather, safety rules, and annual production choices can change the exact design of the show.