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Top 13 largest shopping centers in the world

Shopping centers are places that sell all large and small items, from popular brands to high-end brands in the world. This is not only a place for simple shopping but also a place for fun and entertainment. If you are a shopping addict, it is certainly impossible not to know about the best shopping centers around the world. One interesting thing is that most of them are located in Asia.

1. Dubai Mall, Dubai

Dubai Mall is the world's largest shopping mall with a total area of ​​up to 1.12 million m2. This giant shopping mall opened in November 2008, with a capacity of up to 1,200 stores and more than 160 restaurants. In addition, there is also a SEGA amusement park, a 22-screen cinema and many other entertainment activities. This shopping mall promises to be an ideal destination for shopping enthusiasts.

Dubai Mall has more than 1,200 retail stores, two large department stores and hundreds of different food and beverage outlets, with a huge area equivalent to 20 football fields, this is one of the largest shopping and entertainment venues in the world. For those who are fans of luxury items, more than 70 fashion stores from high-end brands such as Versace, Burberry, ... Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo, the Olympic-sized Dubai Ice Rink are places not to be missed when coming here!

In addition, adjacent to the Dubai Mall shopping center is the luxury 5-star hotel The Address Dubai with 244 rooms and 449 serviced apartments, 14,000 covered parking spaces spread over 3 floors. Food and beverage services are extremely rich in a shopping center with more than 200 culinary stores from high-end to popular. The promenade of the Dubai Mall center has a series of cafes and restaurants with different themes, each offering a great dining experience!
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2. Golden Resources Shopping Mall, Beijing, China

Located in Beijing, China, Golden Resources Mall was the world's largest shopping mall from 2004 to 2005. The mall opened in 2004 with an area of ​​nearly 560,000 square meters, a 6-story building with more than 1,000 stores. It was once called the Great Mall of China.

The Golden Resources Shopping Mall was completed in 2004 after 20 months of construction and opened 4 days later. The mall was initially estimated to have 50,000 shoppers per day, however, the actual number was only about 20 people per hour. At that time, most of the items sold in the stores at the mall were considered too luxurious.

Nowadays, with the continuous development of the economy and the rise of the middle and upper class, the number of people going shopping has been increasing for many years. Golden Resources Shopping Mall is always crowded on weekends. In order to improve the accessibility of large shopping malls, China has built Beijing Metro Line 10 and Line 12!
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3. West Edmonton Mall, Canada

West Edmonton Mall, located in Alberta, Canada, is the largest shopping mall in North America, built in 1981. Once promoted as the "Eighth Wonder of the World", West Edmonton Mall is a top tourist attraction in central Alberta. WEM covers 49 hectares and encompasses 493,000 square metres of space - the equivalent of 104 football fields. For 24 years, it has been in the Guinness Book of World Records as the largest shopping mall in the world.

In addition to owning 800 stores and a parking lot that can accommodate up to 20,000 cars, it is also an entertainment venue with the world's largest indoor water park, a movie theater, a bowling alley, an ice skating rink and an 18-hole golf course. West Edmonton Mall represents the standard architectural style for shopping centres of the era: blank, precast concrete exterior walls facing vast parking lots. The buildings are entirely inward-looking, with signage being the only external expression.

West Edmonton Mall may no longer be the largest shopping centre in the world, but it continues to provide significant economic benefits to the city of Edmonton and its region. West Edmonton Mall also fostered an interest in developing traditional communities and shopping experiences – although visiting large, multi-purpose shopping centres remains a major form of diversion for many Canadians.
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4. Central World, Thailand

Central World is the largest shopping mall in Thailand, opened in 1990 with 495 stores. This 8-storey complex includes a 5-star hotel, a convention centre and a large car park. In addition, there are many other entertainment areas such as an ice skating rink, a library, an internet centre and a children's play area.

On the 7th floor of Central World is SF World Cinema, which has several cinemas. Watch the latest 4D movies with added effects such as motion and scents in comfortable seats at the 4DX cinema. Prices range from 450 - 500 Baht. SF Cinema First Class has fully adjustable reclining luxury armchairs, with pillows and blankets. Get drinks and popcorn brought to you while watching the movie. Prices range from 700 to 800 Thai Baht.

At Central World shopping mall, there is Rink Ice Arena, an ideal place for those who want to experience ice skating in the tropical climate of Thailand. There are also many shops serving drinks and food, restaurants specializing in Thai, Japanese, Korean and European dishes. The shopping mall has everything you want to buy from beauty and health products, fashion and accessories, furniture,...
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5. Vivo City, Singapore

Vivo City is the largest shopping mall in Singapore, opened in 2006 with over 350 stores. It is expected to be an attractive destination for tourists to Singapore. With seven floors of countless retail stores, entertainment options and eateries, VivoCity is an ideal shopping and entertainment destination for those who love to explore. The mall has the largest multiplex cinema in Singapore along with Sky Park and 4 food courts.

Vivo City has been consistently voted as one of the best shopping destinations in Singapore by AsiaOne People's Choice Awards for the past 9 years. It is also a paradise for fashion brands, from clothes, shoes, bags and fashion accessories here are all affordable. Famous fashion brands include Charles & Keith, Pedro, Forever 21, H&M, G2000, Mango and Zara.

In addition to its impressive architecture, Vivocity also features a sky park and a rooftop theatre, making it one of Singapore’s best entertainment spots. The sky park also has a large swimming pool where visitors can take a relaxing dip. Vivocity’s prime location on the waterfront makes it a popular spot for visitors to watch the sunset from the 200m boardwalk on the Promenade. At Vivocity shopping mall, you can visit and enjoy a myriad of delicious food on sale inside and outside the mall!
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6. SM Mall of Asia, Philippines

SM Mall of Asia is located in Manila, Philippines and opened in 2006, consisting of 4 separate buildings connected by a pedestrian staircase. There is a 20-seat electric car that takes visitors around and shops. SM Mall of Asia attracts visitors with its IMAX theater with one of the world's largest 3D screens and an Olympic-standard ice skating rink.

SM Mall of Asia is one of the largest shopping malls in the Philippines and has even been listed as one of the largest shopping malls in the world. It is definitely not just a regular shopping mall but also a tourist destination with a lot of interesting things that combine shopping, relaxation and entertainment. Located right next to the beautiful Manila Bay, the mall is an extremely large complex with top-notch facilities and a good mix of local and global brands. You can easily spend a day or 2 here shopping or enjoying drinks by the bay in the evening.

SM Mall of Asia is a two-story entertainment complex with world-class movie theaters and the country’s first Olympic-sized ice skating rink. The wide selection of shops and dining establishments, from fast food to gourmet, can be a bit overwhelming. There is also a small amusement park outside, which is a great place for a picnic and just to relax and enjoy the sea breeze. SM Mall of Asia also includes a convention center, a large concert hall and an indoor arena that can accommodate up to 20,000 people.
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7. Istanbul Cevahir, Türkiye

Istanbul Cevahir opened in 2005 and is the largest shopping mall in Europe with 343 stores, 48 ​​restaurants and 12 halls. In addition to shopping, customers can also experience entertainment with 12 cinemas, theaters, and other exciting games. When coming here, visitors can shop for everything from branded clothes to home appliances, watch movies at the cinema, go bowling or ride roller coasters at Istanbul Cevahir Mall, the largest shopping mall in Europe.

With more than 200 stores spread over six floors, this Istanbul Cevahir shopping mall has the largest enclosed entertainment center in the country, with a state-owned theater, cinema and children's amusement park, along with many restaurants and cafes serving cuisine from all over the world. Admire the glass roof, which boasts the second largest clock face in the world. Lighten your load by storing your belongings in lockers near the entrance. This cultural, fashion, culinary and entertainment hub is easily accessible by public transport.
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8. 1 Utama, Selangor, Malaysia

1 Utama is one of the world's largest shopping malls, opened in 1995 and expanded in 2003. It houses over 700 stores and features regular fashion shows, music performances, and more. You can also learn to swim from the most experienced instructors here.

Adjacent to 1 Utama is the 5-star One World Hotel and high-rise buildings such as Plaza IBM, KPMG Tower, and 1 First Avenue. The mall itself is divided into two parts by SkyBridge: the older part of 1U houses the original tenants, while the newer part, Jusco, houses the Parkson Grand division. Singaporean department store Tangs is set to open a store in the Old Wing in 2012, spanning three floors. Also in this area, next to Jusco Supermarket, is a refurbished food court; Here you can find everything from sushi, sashimi and soba noodles to roast chicken and donuts.

1 Utama has retail outlets with a mix of high-end brands such as Guess, Bershka, Morgan de Toii, Fossil, Bobbi Brown, The Body Shop, Nike, Levis, Puma, Uniqlo, along with local brands such as Poh Kong, Romp, Sasa, Tomei and others. However, the most popular spot is the giant, super-colourful Candylicious store. It’s a perfect place for kids. There’s also a branch of popcorn specialists, Garret’s: a Chicago brand founded in 1949.
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9. Ginza Six, Japan

Ginza Six is ​​located in Tokyo, Japan. It is known as a high-end shopping center with many department stores, restaurants, fashion shops with famous brands in the world. Coming here, you can not only visit and shop but also update the latest information on current technology.

Although other areas of Tokyo have long caught up, with sleek shopping centers and fashion stores all over town, Ginza's shopping district still retains its own bustling atmosphere, with almost all the major luxury brands appearing here. There are also many shops and art galleries with more affordable prices. The highlight of Ginza is Chuo-dori. Every weekend from 12pm to 5pm (or until 6pm from April to September), the street is closed to traffic and becomes a large pedestrian zone, making the afternoon the best time to visit, whether you’re looking to browse the shops or embark on a shopping spree.

Ginza Six is ​​not only the largest, but also the most luxurious shopping complex in Ginza. The building, designed by architect Yoshio Taniguchi (who also designed the NYC Museum of Modern Art), is an absolute masterpiece among the striking streets of Ginza. But inside, there’s also the beauty of over 241 stores with vibrant interiors inspired by the alleyways of Kyoto and Ginza.
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10. Berjaya Times Square, Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur is an international shopping paradise with a wide range of retail therapy options. Berjaya Times Square is located in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, a twin tower complex consisting of a shopping mall and two 5-star hotels. It has a capacity of more than 1,000 stores, 65 restaurants and many other attractive entertainment services such as: Cinema, Cosmo World,...

Berjaya Times Square is one of the largest shopping malls in Bukit Bintang - one of the easily located architectural works in the city center. Located along Jalan Imbi, the 48-storey twin tower complex first opened in 2003 and each 203m tower houses a variety of retail stores, dining venues and entertainment outlets. Adjacent to the 4-star Berjaya Times Square Hotel - a 4-star high-rise joint venture located at the top of the mall with 650 rooms, a swimming pool, gym, sauna, rooftop garden and squash court - the 700,000m2 Berjaya Times Square is an all-in-one complex that dominates the downtown shopping landscape.

The largest building in Kuala Lumpur, Berjaya Times Square is currently the eighth tallest twin buildings in Kuala Lumpur and the fifth largest building in the world by floor area (7 million m2). A major landmark of the city, the mall sees a large amount of Kuala Lumpur's tourist traffic every month. Borders Bookstore - the largest Borders store in the world - opened here in 2005. The Kuala Lumpur Imbi Monorail station is connected to the mall via a pedestrian bridge.
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11. Siam Paragon, Thailand

Siam Paragon is a shopping mall in Thailand that includes many shops, restaurants, cinemas, an ocean world park, an art museum and even an Opera House. In addition, Siam Paragon also owns a large bowling alley and a Karaoke center. Siam Paragon is located in Siam, a high-end shopping mall in Bangkok with neighboring shopping malls such as Siam Center, Siam Discovery, Central World, Siam Square and MBK Center.

As one of the largest shopping malls in Thailand and Southeast Asia, Siam Paragon owns hundreds of luxury stores, restaurants, cafes, a large food court and entertainment areas such as: 4DX Cinema, bowling alley, Sea Life Ocean World and Kidzania. Many international luxury brands in the world such as Chanel, Dior, Louis Vuitton and Prada have stores in this modern and clean shopping mall. On the basement level of Siam Paragon, visitors will find Sea Life Ocean World, Southeast Asia’s largest aquarium, which is home to a wide variety of marine life including sharks, rays and a variety of colourful tropical fish.

The main floor is home to high-end fashion and jewellery brands such as Balenciaga, Burberry, Bvlgari, Cartier, Chanel, Dior, Dolce & Gabbana, Louis Vuitton, Prada and Rolex. There is also a Jim Thompson silk shop on the ground floor. A few hundred metres from Siam Paragon is Jim Thompson House, where you can buy fine Thai silk and visit the house where Jim Thompson lived. On the ground floor of Siam Paragon, you will find a range of restaurants including Thai, Italian, Indian and Japanese, as well as a large food court with dozens of small shops offering a wide selection of dishes starting at 50 Thai Baht.
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12. Louvre Carousel, France

Carrousel du Louvre is one of the most famous shopping malls in France. With a total area of ​​over 10,000 m2, it is always a place that attracts a lot of visitors and shoppers. The inverted pyramid La Pyramide Inversée, designed entirely of glass, is the attraction of this place. It officially opened in 1993 and is now one of the most famous shopping malls in the center of Paris.

The Carrousel du Louvre shopping area arranges luxury stores next to souvenir shops. Many major brands in the world operate there, including the Apple Store, the Lancel leather goods store and the Bickici jewelry store. Tourists will like the arrangement of typical French brands all in the same place, such as Mariages Frères for tea, Fragonard and L'Occitane for toiletries. There is also a Comédie Française store to buy theater tickets.

The shopping mall is open from 8:30 am to 11:00 pm, but most of the shops are open from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm. The Carrousel du Louvre shopping area has fashion stores such as Sandro with its French chic style, Lacoste with its relaxed elegance, Pandora accessories known worldwide for their precious materials and high quality. Inside Printemps, there are some high-end brands such as: Bottega Veneta, Burberry, Chloe, Coach, Gucci, Prada, Yves Saint Laurent, Salvatore Ferragamo,...
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13. Shinsegae Centum City, Busan, South Korea

Shinsegae Centum City is located in the coastal city of Busan, South Korea. It is a 14-story building, of which 8 floors are restaurants, gyms, parking lots, etc. In addition, there is a large indoor ice skating rink, a concert hall, a multiplex cinema, a system of department stores, restaurants and halls, etc. The world's largest shopping complex - larger than Macy's in New York. There is an ice skating rink, an indoor golf driving range, shops with seemingly every brand in the world and a place to recover health, Spa Land.

Shinsegae Centum City has been listed in the Guinness World Records as the world's largest shopping complex, offering a full range of entertainment options, from an ice skating rink to a cinema, golf course and spa. The stores include 21 designer brands and 622 famous brands. Shinsegae Centum City opened as the first department store in Korea, reflecting decades of retail experience in this leading locality. Globally renowned experts such as Italian architect Claudio Silvestrin and American architecture and design firm Callison completed Centum City with the concept of “golden sea”. The department store has emerged as a landmark in Busan.
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