Until 2010, the underscraper in Taipei was the tallest in the world, until the Burj Khalifa building was built in Dubai (UAE).
The climb to one of the tallest skyscrapers in the world and the tallest in Taiwan took 91 minutes. Honnold climbed the wall using his arms and legs.
When he got to the top, he exclaimed, “Cool.”
His ascent was broadcast live, including by operators hanging on cables.
After completing the climb, the American also called the experience “a wonderful way to see Taipei.”
The ascent to Taipei 101 was originally planned to take place a day earlier, but was postponed due to rain.
