Saed News: Please pay attention to the video of the Crown Prince of Dubai jumping from the Burj Khalifa. On the occasion of this jump, we've taken a tour inside the Burj Khalifa. Join us.
According to the tourism service of Saed News, the Burj Khalifa in Dubai, also known as the Dubai Tower, is one of the most beautiful tourist attractions in the city. The Dubai Tower, which is also a symbol of the city's civilization and modernization, stands at a height of 830 meters, making it the tallest tower in the world. In general, the Burj Khalifa is as beautiful and impressive as its towering height.
The Burj Khalifa, also known as the Dubai Tower, is the tallest building in the world and a symbol of the city of Dubai and the United Arab Emirates. When its construction was completed in 2009 after five years of work, it achieved the title of the tallest tower with a precise height of 828 meters and has held that title ever since.
The construction of this tower was part of the UAE's long-term plan to reduce dependence on oil revenues and expand the tourism industry.
Why is visiting the Burj Khalifa in Dubai recommended?
The Burj Khalifa in Dubai is the tallest building in the world. It is also known as the tallest free-standing structure and the tower with the most floors in the world. With its beautiful design, the Burj Khalifa is considered a key element and symbol of the modernization of the UAE. The tower is located in one of the best parts of Dubai, making it very accessible.
World Records of the Burj Khalifa
Everyone knows that the global fame of the Burj Khalifa in Dubai is due to its height, allowing it to take the top spot in the world for this feature, making it a point of pride for Dubai’s rulers. However, the Burj Khalifa’s world records are not limited to this; it holds other world records that many are unaware of. These include the record for the highest observation decks in tall buildings, the first skyscraper in the world with the most floors, the largest public display screen on the exterior of the building, the highest restaurant in the world, the longest and fastest elevator in tall buildings, the highest swimming pool lounge in the world, and the tallest transparent façade in a building.
History of the Burj Khalifa
As mentioned earlier, the Burj Khalifa is relatively new and is a modern architectural achievement in the city of Dubai. The groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of this tower took place in 2004, and five years later, in 2009, the Burj Khalifa was ready for use. However, the official opening of the Burj Khalifa took place in 2010. Initially, it was known as the Burj Dubai, but later it was renamed the Burj Khalifa. Interestingly, the cost of constructing the Burj Khalifa was $1.5 billion. The main goals of building this tower were to reduce dependence on oil-based economies and to boost tourism in Dubai.
Architecture of the Burj Khalifa
No matter how much we write about the architecture of the tallest building in the world and one of Dubai’s most beautiful tourist attractions, it’s never enough. The 830-meter tall Burj Khalifa, with its 163 floors, is so stunning and captivating that every visitor is mesmerized by its beauty. This tower was designed and constructed by the architectural firm Skidmore, Owings & Merrill. Interestingly, the design of the tower was inspired by the shape of a flower called the hymenocallis. The harmonious use of glass and metal in the interior design of the Burj Khalifa makes it an extraordinarily eye-catching and unique environment. Overall, the designers of the Burj Khalifa aimed to combine the cultural elements of the UAE with global architectural elements in the best way possible. Another interesting fact about the design and architecture of the Burj Khalifa is that over 1,000 artworks related to the Middle East and other parts of the world have been incorporated into various parts of the tower. It is worth noting that the approximate weight of the Burj Khalifa is 110,000 tons.
