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Standing at over 350 metres tall, it will be the world\u2019s 19th tallest tower.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>The first and second floors of the tower will be used for TV and radio broadcasting, housing up to 50 radio broadcasters, 20 telecommunication service providers and 50 television broadcasters. The Lotus Tower project will also offer two banquet and conference halls each accommodating nearly 450 guests. In addition, there will be several VIP rooms as well as a special area to view Colombo city and the pending Colombo Port City project. The major draw of the tower, however, is expected to be the revolving restaurant on the top floor which will offer panoramic views of the city below and complete a circuit every 90 minutes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Though the Lotus Tower is set to open in a few weeks a full guide to its facilities has yet to be provided. Two floors appear to have been allocated for shopping malls, but shopping spaces are yet to be tendered. 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