Fascinating FENG SHUI of PETRONAS Twin Towers

True, PETRONAS Twin Towers are loaded with designs and patterns based on Islamic motives and themes but it is also interesting to note that, as claimed by some keen observers, they too 'project' fascinating symbols and metaphors related to Feng Shui philosophy.

Now, briefly, Feng Shui is actually a 'skill' of studying the Qi (energy) flow in the environment. This same 'Qi' is also known as 'life force' or 'ki' or 'prana' prevalent in Asiatic medicine and martial arts. So in short, by design, a Feng Shui creation is created to inspire senses of connectedness to something beyond physical presence.

So what does Feng Shui, a more than 3,000 year old Chinese art, has anything to do with the Twins? Well... lets have a look at some fascinating 'Feng Shui facts' related to the PETRONAS Twin Towers...



1) Wood & Fire
The shape of the Twins can be considered as belonging to a combination of wood-fire elements. That is, 'wood' for its tall shape & twin forms and 'fire' for its pointed shape at the top. So, from Feng Shui point of view, the 'wood' building is like a tree with its root crushing into earth and thus creating wealth. Hence, the Twins is said to bring prosperity to the environment.

2) The Great 8
In Feng Shui, number 8 is deemed as a number of initiations and spiritual ascension. 8 represents the forces within the world of phenomenon. Simply put, number 8 has that 'anything is possible' feel to it. If a single 8 is described as such, what would then be the impact of a 'twin' 8? Yes... I'm referring to the well known fact of the total number of floors in the Twins... 88! Also, in Chinese, if you say the number 8 ('patt') it actually sounds like the word 'faat' which means prosperity & abundance.

3)The Breath of The Dragon
Mountain range is often described as 'dragon' in Feng Shui terms. Malaysia has 8 (there you go again...the great 8!) mountain ranges descending from no other than the mighty Himalayas itself! And the Twins is located in a valley (Klang Valley - Kuala Lumpur) which is 'embraced' by the 2 'arms' of the 'dragon' known as Titiwangsa Range. It is also said that the PETRONAS Twin Towers has successfully 'dotted the eyes' of this 'Malaysian Green Dragon'. Simply, it means that the Twins has benefitted greatly from the tapping of good 'Qi' that flows down from the 'dragon'.

4)Mirror Mirror On The Wall
Mirror is a powerful Feng Shui tool. This is due to its reflective quality which in turn has the effect of sending the 'killing breath' or 'bad Feng Shui' or simply called 'sarchi' back to where it comes from. Some sort of 'anti virus' if you like:) So, without getting into details, the Twins are cladded with thousands and thousands pieces of glasses which in turn also act as mirrors. And the result? I leave it to your own imagination...




5)The Opening
Located opposite the Twins is the beautiful serene looking KLCC park. Coincidence? I bet not. Truth is... a field or a park is an excellent Feng Shui element. The wide open space provided by the park allows great opportunity in 'settling' and 'gathering' the good 'Qi' before it enters the building (the Twins).

6) Water Water Everywhere

The fountains & pools located around the PETRONAS Twin Towers actually served practical functions in Feng Shui philosophy. The bodies of stagnant water (pools) are said to be able to collect and accumulate 'Qi'. While the flowing water elements (fountains) placed at strategic spots are believed to generate positive inward flow of 'Qi' (into the building and its occupants).

So... I kind of agree with some observers who claim that the PETRONAS Twin Towers was actually designed according to some Feng Shui principles. It didnt surprise me really because I understand the need and consideration in optimising wealth and luck when building structures as magnificent as the Twins. The thing is... I believe that if we were to cut out all those 'mumbo-jumbo-mystical talk' related to Feng Shui, the art of Feng Shui really is an art of the skill of appreciation! That is... a practise of tapping into the good, positive energy of the earth!

GONG XI FA CAI! HAPPY CHINESE NEW YEAR!