11/01/2024
Under construction in Saudi Arabia, the Jeddah Tower, also known as Kingdom Tower, is on track to surpass the Burj Khalifa as the world's tallest building, with an anticipated height exceeding 1,000 meters.
In 2010, the Burj Khalifa in Dubai set unprecedented records, soaring to a height of 828 meters and claiming the title of the world's tallest building.
Guinness World Records acknowledges that the Jeddah Tower, projected to exceed 1,000 meters (1 km; 3,281 ft), has the potential to redefine the global skyline upon completion.
Developed by the Jeddah Economic Company, this towering structure is conceived as a comprehensive complex, featuring luxury residences, office spaces, serviced apartments, and high-end condominiums. Notably, it is set to house the "world's highest observatory," adding to its list of groundbreaking features.
Although the University of Tokyo Atacama Observatory currently holds a different altitude record, the Jeddah Tower's ambitious design and estimated $1.23 billion cost position it as a formidable contender to surpass the Burj Khalifa.
Located in north Jeddah as part of a massive $20 billion mega-project, construction on this architectural masterpiece resumed in 2023 after a five-year hiatus. The uncertainty surrounding its completion date heightens anticipation, as its proposed size and amenities present a significant challenge to the Burj Khalifa's record reign.
