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Tokyo Sky Tree: world's highest self-standing tower

Updated: 2011-06-09 09:50

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Tokyo Sky Tree: world's highest self-standing tower
A man watches the under-construction "Tokyo Sky Tree" tower in Sumida, Tokyo, Japan, June 8, 2011. According to the operator, the new tower will open on May 22, 2012. "Tokyo Sky Tree" tower, with a height of 634 meters, is the world's highest self-standing tower. [Photo/Xinhua]

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