Know the Tallest Buildings of the World


Know the Tallest Buildings of the World

These skyscrapers, often designed to house offices, residences, and commercial spaces, are constructed using cutting-edge materials and engineering techniques
 
tallest buildings of the world

Udaipur, January 23, 2025 - Tallest buildings are architectural marvels that stand as symbols of human achievement, technological advancement, and urban growth. These skyscrapers, often designed to house offices, residences, and commercial spaces, are constructed using cutting-edge materials and engineering techniques. Check out the list of some of the tallest buildings of the world here. 

Burj Khalifa - The tallest building in the world is the Burj Khalifa in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It stands at a height of 828 meters (2,717 feet) and has 163 floors. The Burj Khalifa has held the title of the tallest building since its completion in 2010.

Burj Khalifa

Merdeka 118 – Merdeka 118 is a skyscraper located in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. It is the tallest building in Malaysia and the second tallest in building and structure in the world. Standing at 644 meters (2,113 feet), Merdeka 118 has 118 floors, which is how it gets its name. The building is a symbol of Malaysia's growth and independence, with "Merdeka" meaning independence in Malay.

Merdeka

Shanghai Tower – The Shanghai Tower is the tallest building in China and world's third-tallest building by height to architectural top, standing at 632 meters (2,073 feet). Located in the heart of Shanghai’s financial district, it features 128 story and serves as a mixed-use skyscraper, housing offices, retail spaces, hotel rooms, and observation decks.

sanghai tower

Abraj Al-Bait Clock Tower – The Abraj Al-Bait Clock Tower is a prominent landmark located in Mecca, Saudi Arabia. It is part of the Abraj Al-Bait complex, a large government complex that includes hotels, shopping malls, and other facilities. The clock tower is one of the largest in the world and stands as the centerpiece of the complex. Standing at a height of 601 meters (1,971 feet), it is the sixth-tallest freestanding structure in the world. The clock face itself is one of the largest in the world, with a diameter of 43 meters (141 feet). The tower is visible from miles away and can be seen by those approaching Mecca for the Hajj pilgrimage.

Mecca Tower

Ping An Finance Centre – The Ping An Finance Centre is a skyscraper located in Shenzhen, China. It stands as one of the tallest Skyscraper in the world, reaching a height of 599 meters (1,965 feet). The building is part of the Ping An International Finance Centre complex, which includes office spaces, a hotel, retail areas, and luxury residences. It was completed in 2017 and has 115 floors.

Ping An

Lotte World Tower – Lotte World Tower is a skyscraper located in Seoul, South Korea. Standing at 555 meters (1,819 feet), it is the fifth tallest building in the world and the tallest in South Korea. The tower is part of a large complex that includes a shopping mall, luxury hotels, offices, and observation decks.

Lotte

One World Trade Center – One World Trade Center (also known as the Freedom Tower) is a prominent skyscraper located in Lower Manhattan, New York City. Standing at a height of 1,776 feet (541 meters), it is the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere and was completed in 2013. The building was constructed as part of the rebuilding efforts after the September 11 attacks, replacing the original World Trade Center towers that were destroyed.

One World

Guangzhou CTF Finance Centre – The Guangzhou CTF Finance Centre, located in Guangzhou, China, is a stunning skyscraper and a prominent feature of the city's skyline. Standing at 530 meters (1,739 feet) tall, it is one of the tallest buildings in the world. The building serves a mix of purposes, including office space, a hotel, residential apartments, and retail spaces.

CTF

Tianjin CTF Finance Centre - The Tianjin CTF Finance Centre is a skyscraper located in Tianjin, China. Standing at 530 meters tall, it ranks as one of the tallest buildings in China and the world. The building, completed in 2019, is part of the CTF (Chow Tai Fook) Finance Centre series, developed by the Hong Kong-based Chow Tai Fook Enterprises.

Finance Center

Note: The data above is sourced from various platforms, and the list may vary as new skyscrapers are built.

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