Examining the list in more detail, it emerges that there were two decades in particular where Glasgow’s architects were more busy than usual in their quest to reach the heavens.
Both exceeding 70 metres in height, Glasgow University Tower and the City Chambers were constructed in the 1880s, while almost a century later, in the 1960s, the city welcomed an extensive list of residential tower blocks.
But while high rise flats continue to dominate the list of the city's tallest structures, examples of post-war tower blocks are dwindling fast; the building type having fallen out of favour in recent decades.
One inclusion in this list of special note is Glasgow Cathedral. Built in 1197, the soaring spire of the ancient religious site has graced Glasgow’s skyline for the best part of a millennium.
Starting with the Glasgow Science Centre Tower, which is Scotland’s tallest free-standing structure, we take a look at a dozen of Glasgow’s tallest buildings.
5. Wyndford Road flats, Wyndford
Height: 74 metres (243 ft) Year constructed: 1964 Photo: Creative Commons
6. Glasgow City Chambers, George Square
Height: 73 metres (240 ft) Year constructed: 1889 Photo: TSPL
7. Townhead flats, city centre
Height: 72 metres (236 ft) Year constructed: 1967 Photo: Creative Commons
8. St Andrew House, Sauchiehall Street
Height: 72 metres (236 ft) Year constructed: 1964 Photo: TSPL