Formerly the world's tallest building, a visit to Taipei 101 is an absolute must-see for anyone visiting the capital of Taiwan, Taipei. On a clear day, visitors can enjoy some of the best views in Asia, with sights extending all the way down to the Taiwan straits and offering clear views of the mountainous spine of this beautiful island. Additionally, visitors can reach the top in one of the world's fastest elevators, which held the title according to the Guinness World Records in 2004, traveling all the way to the top in just 37 seconds! An incredible engineering feat, this megastructure is stabilized by an enormous 730-ton damper, an equally impressive sight on the 88th floor.