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Historic landmark: Burj Khalifa completes 14 years as the tallest building, but its reign is threatened
According to the Uol website, the Burj Khalifa, in Dubai, recently celebrated 14 years as the tallest building in the world, at an imposing 828 meters. However, a significant challenge is brewing in Saudi Arabia, with construction of the “Tower of Giddah”, which promises to surpass the mark of the Burj Khalifa and redefine the limits of architecture and engineering.
Geddah Tower: A mix of luxury and altitude in the new architectural wonder
The “Tower of Geddah”, part of the ambitious Saudi Arabia's “Vision 2030” project is underway, led by renowned architect Adrian Smith, also responsible for the design of the Burj Khalifa. With a predicted height of 1 km, the tower will be a fusion of luxury apartments, office spaces and condominiums, as well as housing the world's tallest observatory.
Saudi Vision 2030: expansion beyond oil and the rapid rise of the Tower of Geddah
While the Burj Khalifa is a notable symbol of the UAE, Saudi Arabia seeks to cement its position in global architecture with the Geddah Tower. An integral part of the “Vision 2030” plan, which aims to diversify the country's economy, the tower reflects Saudi's ambition to become a center economic and cultural. Additionally, projects such as Expo 2030 and a planned 2-meter tower in Riyadh show the rapidly evolving skyscraper landscape in the country.
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