The tallest building in the world or perhaps tall buildings have a long history dating back to when people first began constructing multistory buildings in history. The ancient Egyptian pyramids are the first known example of a tall structure dated to .4,500 back. These structures were massive, with some rising to a height of more than 450 feet (137 meters).
Due to the cost of development of tall buildings like skyscrapers, owners tend to develop these project in areas that have high demand like the capital cities. In today’s blog, we will have a discussion about the tallest building in the world, Burj Khalifa
Burj Khalifa – The Tallest Building In The World
The Burj Khalifa is a skyscraper in Dubai, United Arab Emirates and is noted to be the tallest building in the world.
At over 828 metres (2,716.5 feet) and more than 160 stories, Burj Khalifa holds the following records:
- Tallest building in the world
- Tallest free-standing structure in the world
- Highest number of stories in the world and many more.
This skyscraper is made up of 162-story tower which contains offices, retail space, residential units, and an Armani Hotel. Burj Khalifa is opened to everyone for bookings.
Year completed
Construction began on 12 January 2004, with the exterior of the structure completed on 1 October 2009. The building officially opened on 4 January 2010.
Developers
The tower’s architecture and engineering were performed by Skidmore, Owings & Merrill of Chicago, with Adrian Smith as chief architect, and Bill Baker as a chief structural engineer.[14]The primary contractor was Samsung C&T of South Korea, together with local company Arabtec and the Belgian group BESIX.
Apartments within
Burj Khalifa is made up of 900 units of the residence including studios and one-, two-, three-, and four-bedroom apartments. The tower’s levels 19–108 are home to the various residences.
Cost of apartment
The size of an apartment determines its price in Burj Khalifa. The average selling price of an apartment is AED 2,500,000, while that of a studio is AED 1,700,000. Additionally, the sale price of this type is AED 17,999,999 for those who are looking for a penthouse. The Burj Khalifa literally offers a unit that is the “home of dreams.” Living in the world’s most renowned skyscraper, you will have a serene and luxurious stay.
Google’s People Ask Questions – Frequently Asked Question, FAQs
- Why is it called the Burj Khalifa?Burj Khalifa (“Khalifa Tower”), known during construction as Burj Dubai, was officially named to honour the leader of the neighboring emirate of Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Khalifa ibn Zayed Al Nahyan. Although the tower was formally opened on January 4, 2010, the entirety of the interior was not complete at that time
- How many floors are in Burj Khalifa?Building with most floors: 163 (previously World Trade Center – 110) World’s highest elevator installation (situated inside a rod at the very top of the building) World’s longest travel distance elevators: 504 m (1,654 ft)
- What is inside the Burj Khalifa?With 900 residences including studios, one-, two-, three- and four-bedroom suites, The Residences at Burj Khalifa are designed for the connoisseur. High living becomes a reality where the homes are located on levels 19 to 108 of Burj Khalifa.
Conclusion
Standing at 828 meters, the Burj Khalifa’s height makes it the tallest building in the world. It contains offices, hotels, restaurants, and luxury residences in its 163 floors. The remaining three above are observation decks. The exterior is nothing but a taste of true luxury.
In Ghana, there are similar properties that give a true reflection of luxury. Apex Suites by BOT Properties Ltd is an 8 storey building made up of studio, 1 & 2 bedroom apartments and offices seated in the heart of East Legon, Accra. This Luxurious property is open for both short and long stays.
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