# Burj Khalifa

_Skyscraper in Dubai, United Arab Emirates_

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Last updated: 2026-10-01

> The Burj Khalifa is a megatall skyscraper in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Designed by the SOM architectural firm, it is the world's tallest structure, with a total height of 829.8 m and a roof height of 828 m (2,717 ft). It has been the tallest building in the world since its complete inauguration in 2011, surpassing Taipei 101, which had held the record since 2004.

## Quick facts

- **Coordinates:** 25.1972, 55.2742

## Sources

- [Wikipedia (English): Burj Khalifa](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Burj_Khalifa) — [CC BY-SA 4.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/)

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