Engineers and architects constantly strive to push the envelope to build high-rise buildings known as skyscrapers. These magnificent buildings tower eternally above the city, demonstrating the tremendous feats human beings can do of. Undoubtedly, their remarkable design contributes, but what truly grabs the attention from onlookers is their seemingly non-physical existence. With viewing platforms perched atop these superstructures, they are a well-liked tourist destination. The buildings have a variety of purposes, including office and residential space. They could also have amenities like shopping centers, atriums, five-star hotels, and more. What then are the tallest structures in the world, and where are they located? Here is a list of the top 10 Tallest Buildings in the World 2024.
As of 2024, the Burj Khalifa is the tallest building in the world. Situated in Dubai, the 2,717-foot-tall tower contains hotel rooms, apartments, and the tallest restaurant and viewing platform in the world. There are 163 tales total, 9 of being maintenance stories. Designed by Adrian Smith of Skidmore, Owings & Merrill, around USD 1.5 billion was spent on the structure, the building was inaugurated in 2010. Ever since it has held the title of both world’s tallest and most multi-story structure.
The most recent of these numerous amazing sky highs is Merdeka 118, commonly referred to as PNB 118. This is Malaysia’s and Southeast Asia’s tallest building at 2,228 ft. The skyscraper was originally named after the Malaysian investment management firm Permodalan Nasional Berhad, which was responsible for the project’s development. Merdeka 118 is Malaysia’s first skyscraper to receive a triple platinum rating from a global sustainability accreditation in addition to LEED Platinum certification. It is the second tallest building in the world.
Built-in the Chinese city of the same title, the Shanghai Tower is 2,073 feet high and was created by the American architectural company Gensler. It is China’s tallest structure and is located right adjacent to Shanghai Financial Center. The skyscraper is stunning due to its various stats, but one of the building’s more unique aspects is its nine unique internal zones, each featuring its own garden, cafes, and atrium. Because it lessens wind resistance, the Shanghai Tower’s twisted design has a functional as well as decorative purpose.
The Makkah Royal Clock Tower, also called Abraj Al Bait, is a remarkable 1,972-foot tower that is situated in Mecca. Seven hotels are set up within the Clock Tower complex, serving the millions of travelers who come to Mecca every year. The holiest place in Islam, the Great Mosque of Mecca, is situated less than a quarter of a mile away from the construction. Not only does the building stand as the fourth highest in the globe, but it also has the biggest clock on top of it. Each side has four faces, each measuring 141 feet in diameter.
Standing 1,965 feet tall, this tower dominates the skyline of Shenzhen. The superstructure bears the name of Ping An Insurance Corporation of China, the corporation that owns it. In addition to being a famous tourist vantage point, the tower houses hotels and offices. The observatory floor, accessible to the public, is located on floors 116–118 of the tower. The enormously tall building is visible from neighbouring cities such as Shatin and Lantau Island. The primary materials of the tower exterior are stainless steel and glass.
The tallest structure in South Korea, standing 1,821 feet tall, is the Lotte World Tower, which is situated in Seoul. The KPF-designed tower is a leisure complex including movie theaters, retail stores, elegant hotels, sports facilities, aquariums, and museums among its amenities. The tower’s sleek and narrow design gives it a massive appearance against the backdrop of the city. Although it’s hard to imagine that such a towering skyscraper isn’t the highest in the world, Seoul must be happy with its multifunctional building.
The breathtaking, incredibly beautiful blue Freedom Tower in Lower Manhattan overlooks the harbor and enlarges its enormous circumference with its magnificent spire, which rises to a height of 1,776 feet—a meaningful number that denotes the year of American independence. After 9/11, the original World Trade Center towers were demolished and replaced with the structure, which was designed by Skidmore, Owings & Merrill’s David Childs. Not only is One World Trade Center a towering building, but it also acts as a potent memorial and a resilient symbol.
The Guangzhou CTF Finance Center is situated on an eight-story platform and has a boxier appearance. The project’s primary architect, Forth Bagley, paid homage to a regional craft heritage by using white glaze tiles for the building’s vertical mullions. This multipurpose structure houses a hotel, meeting center, retail store, observatory deck, and offices. The building is dubbed the “world’s tallest application of terracotta” by CTBUH. This can be attributed to its several benefits, such as its ability to withstand corrosion, provide shade, and use less energy.
Tianjin CTF Finance Center and Guangzhou CTF Finance Center are identical in height in addition to sharing similar names. This stunning multi-story skyscraper has a glass front that gradually curves. Its elegantly curved glass walls are not only aesthetically pleasing for the former, but they also serve a useful purpose by shielding the interior from the elements including wind, sun, and dampness. Like the other buildings on this list, the primary uses of this one is as hotels, offices, and flats. The architects of Skidmore, Owings & Merrill created this record-breaking design.
The China Zun building, standing at 528 meters (1,732 feet) tall with 109 stories, is the tallest skyscraper in Beijing. With 60 stories of business space, 20 stories of opulent residential apartments, and a 300-room hotel, the China Zun Tower is a mixed-use skyscraper. There’s a green garden on this building’s roof. An unattached trumpet-shaped structure is located on the topmost floors, which are the 105th and 108th. There is also a conference facility and an observation deck. It is home to the headquarters of CITIC Bank and CITIC Group.
So, these were the top 10 tallest buildings in the world 2024. What actually grabs the attention of onlookers is the remarkable design of these supposedly physics-defying superstructures. The tallest of them are nearly a kilometer away in the sky, while the smallest ones are barely a half kilometer away. Make sure to give these buildings a proper visit if you ever plan a trip to any of these cities.
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