World's Tallest Buildings
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Tallest Buildings In The World
Mankind has always pushed the boundaries of construction, reaching ever higher into the sky. Over the past 11 years, three of the world's tallest buildings have been completed, showcasing remarkable engineering achievements and architectural innovation. The competition shows no signs of slowing down, with new record-breaking structures expected to exceed the 1000-meter mark in the coming years, fundamentally changing our understanding of vertical construction.
Burj Khalifa
828 Meters
163 Floors
Shanghai Tower
632 Meters
128 Floors
Abraj Al-Bait
601 Meters
120 Floors
Other Past And Present Record Holders
Empire State Building
World's tallest building from 1931 to 1972. First in the world to have over 100 floors.
Telefónica Building
Tallest building in Europe from 1929 to 1940.
One World Trade Center
Tallest building in the United States and in the Western Hemisphere.
Willis Tower
World's tallest building from 1974 to 1998.
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