Burj Khalifa In Dubai UAE

The Burj Khalifa, located in Dubai, UAE, is the tallest structure and building in the world, standing at a height of 828 meters (2,717 feet). It is a marvel of engineering and design, symbolizing Dubai’s rapid development and ambitions. Here’s a detailed overview:

Key Facts

• Height: 828 meters (2,717 feet)
• Floors: 163 usable floors (plus 2 underground parking levels)
• Construction Start: 2004
• Completion: 2009
• Inauguration: January 4, 2010

Design and Architecture

• Architectural Style: Neo-futurism
• Architect: Adrian Smith (while at Skidmore, Owings & Merrill, SOM)
• Developer: Emaar Properties
• Inspiration: The design is inspired by the shape of the Hymenocallis flower and follows an Islamic architectural pattern with spiraling minarets.

Usage

• Mixed-use building:
  • Residential apartments: Over 900 units
  • Hotels: The Armani Hotel occupies the lower floors
  • Offices and commercial spaces
  • Observation decks: “At The Top” on the 124th, 125th, and 148th floors

Notable Features

1. Observation Decks:
   • 124th Floor: Offers breathtaking panoramic views with telescopes and open-air terraces.
   • 148th Floor: Holds the record for the highest outdoor observation deck in the world.
2. The Dubai Fountain:
   • Located at the base of Burj Khalifa, this fountain system is one of the largest choreographed fountains in the world.
3. Elevators:
   • Among the fastest elevators in the world, traveling at speeds of up to 10 meters per second.
4. Lighting and LED Shows:
   • The exterior is frequently used for light shows and messages, especially during holidays and events like New Year’s Eve.

Records Held

• Tallest building in the world
• Tallest free-standing structure
• Highest occupied floor in the world
• World’s highest outdoor observation deck
• World’s longest elevator travel distance

Interesting Facts

• It can be seen from 95 kilometers (60 miles) away on a clear day.
• The temperature at the top is typically around 6°C cooler than at ground level.
• The building used 330,000 cubic meters of concrete and 103,000 square meters of glass during construction.

The Burj Khalifa stands not only as an architectural marvel but also as a symbol of Dubai’s rise as a global city.