Burj khalifa is the tallest manmade structure in the world. The total cost of the project was about US $1.5 billion. The decision to build Burj Khalifa is reportedly based on the government’s decision to diversify from an oil based economy to one that is service and tourism based. Burj Khalifa was opened on 4th January 2010. The design of Burj Khalifa is derived from patterning systems embodied in Islamic architecture.
Burj Khalifa is expected to hold up to 35,000 people at any time. A total of 57 elevators and 8 escalators are installed. The building has 2,909 stairs from the ground floor to the 160th floor. The Burj Khalifa’s water system supplies an average of 946,000 of water per day through 100 km of pipes. Burj Khalifa is surrounded by a 27 acre park. It is the best place to visit in Dubai.
The tower occupies many star hotels, swimming pools and apartments. Many of the apartments are yet to be sold. The tower is added attraction for those who visit Dubai.
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