The Burj Khalifa, located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, is the tallest building in the world, standing at a staggering height of 828 meters (2,717 feet) with 163 floors above ground. It was officially opened on January 4, 2010.
Key Facts:
Architectural Style: Neo-futurism
Architect: Adrian Smith (while at Skidmore, Owings & Merrill)
Construction Started: 2004
Primary Use: Mixed-use (residential, hotel, offices, observation decks)
Observation Decks: At the 124th, 125th, and 148th floors
Elevators: 57, with the fastest reaching speeds of 10 meters per second
Interesting Facts:
The building’s design is inspired by the Hymenocallis flower, with a triple-lobed footprint.
It holds the world record for the highest observation deck and the tallest service elevator.
The exterior is covered in reflective glass, aluminum, and steel, making it shimmer in the sunlight.
The tower features the world’s tallest performing fountain, the Dubai Fountain,...
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