CITIC Plaza is the 7th tallest building in the world and another in the expanding line of Guangzhou's building achievements. Building here finished in 1996 and it has since become a very noticeable element to Guangzhou's skyline, as well as a multi-purpose fixture for shopping, restaurants, business, and accommodation. It comprises of a main office building (90 storeys), along with two apartment buildings (34 storeys), and a four storey shopping mall. It is named after the CITIC Group (formerly China International Trust and Investment Company) and is a state-owned enterprise.