From China to the United States, numerous iconic skyscrapers stand tall, breaking records and claiming the title of the world’s tallest buildings. These architectural marvels offer breathtaking views from their observation decks. While the Burj Khalifa is widely recognized as the tallest building globally, there are several other towering structures that you might not be aware of. Today, we present a list of the world’s tallest buildings, including those that are completed and those still under construction but have already topped out.
- Location: Dubai, UAE
- Regular height: 828 meters
- Height including spire: 829.8 meters
- Total floors: 163 (+2 underground)
- Observation deck heights: 448 meters & 555 meters
- Year completed: 2010
- Uses: Residential apartments, hotels, office spaces, observation decks, broadcast transmission stations
The Burj Khalifa, standing as the world’s tallest building, is an iconic landmark in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It is anticipated to hold this record for at least the next three years. This towering structure surpasses the Jeddah Tower in Saudi Arabia and the Dubai Creek Tower in height. A must-see destination in Dubai, the Burj Khalifa offers an unparalleled experience at its 555-meter high observation deck, At the Top Sky, the highest of its kind globally. The breathtaking views of the city from this vantage point are truly spectacular.
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- Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
- Total height: 678.9 meters
- Roof height: 519 meters (+ 5 below ground)
- Floors: 118
- Observation deck height: 483 meters
- Year completed: 2023
- Uses: Offices, hotels, observation decks, shopping malls
Merdeka 118, situated in Kuala Lumpur, is the second tallest structure globally. It holds the title of the tallest building in Southeast Asia, surpassing Vietnam’s Vincom Landmark 81. This iconic landmark in Malaysia is set to unveil its observation deck towards the end of 2024.
- Location: Shanghai, China
- Standard Height: 632 meters
- Roof Height: 583 meters
- Number of Floors: 128 above ground, plus 5 below
- Observation Deck Height: 552 meters
- Year Completed: 2015
- Uses: Offices, observation decks, hotels, retail shops, museums
The Shanghai Tower, standing as the tallest structure in China and the third tallest globally, is situated in Pudong, Shanghai, the nation’s largest metropolis. Visitors can explore the city from multi-level observation decks on the 118th and 119th floors, which hold the title of the world’s second-highest observation point, following only the Burj Khalifa.
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- Location: Mecca, Saudi Arabia
- Standard Height: 601 meters
- Floors: 120 above ground, plus 3 subterranean levels
- Observation Deck Height: 393 meters
- Completion Year: 2012
- Uses: Accommodations, observation decks, museums, retail centers, religious sites, clock towers
The Abraj Al Bait Towers, ranking as the fourth tallest building globally, are situated in the sacred Islamic city of Mecca, Saudi Arabia. This complex comprises seven skyscrapers with heights of 601 meters, 260 meters, 260 meters, 250 meters, 250 meters, 240 meters, and 240 meters. The tallest structure within this ensemble is the Makkah Royal Clock Tower, soaring to a height of 601 meter
- Location: Shenzhen, China
- Standard Height: 599.1 meters
- Roof Height: 589 meters
- Number of Floors: 115 above ground, 5 below ground
- Observation Deck Height: 541 meters
- Completion Year: 2017
- Usage: Offices, observation deck, shopping mall
Ping An International Financial Center stands as China’s second tallest skyscraper and the world’s fifth tallest, nestled in the Futian District of Shenzhen, a bustling tech hub in southern China. The tower’s design is strikingly sleek, devoid of a spire due to safety considerations for nearby flight paths. Notably, it boasts an observation deck on the 116th floor, ranking as the third highest globally.
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- Location: Seoul, South Korea
- Height: 555 meters
- Floors: 123 above ground, 6 below ground
- Completion Year: 2017
- Uses: Offices, hotels, observation decks, residences, shopping malls
Lotte World Tower stands as South Korea’s tallest building and the world’s sixth, gracing Seoul’s skyline. Offering a breathtaking spectacle, the Seoul Sky Observatory, situated 500 meters high, treats visitors to a stunning nocturnal panorama of the city.
- Location: New York City, United States
- Standard Height: 541 meters
- Roof Height: 417 meters
- Floors: 94 above ground, 5 below
- Observation Deck Height: 386 meters
- Year Completed: 2014
- Uses: Offices, observation decks, broadcast transmitting stations
The World Trade Center stands as the tallest skyscraper in the United States and the Western Hemisphere, ranking as the seventh tallest globally. Situated in New York, USA, this iconic structure replaced the original twin towers that once stood over 400 meters tall. Tragically, these towers were destroyed during the September 11 terrorist attacks on the United States.
- Location: Guangzhou, China
- Standard Height: 530 meters
- Roof Height: 530 meters
- Number of Floors: 111 (plus 5 underground)
- Year of Completion: 2016
- Purpose: Office, hotel, and residential use
The CTF Financial Center stands as the third tallest skyscraper in China, situated in the vibrant city of Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, in the southern part of the country. Known in full as the Chou Tai Fook Financial Center, this architectural marvel is both owned and named after the prestigious Chou Tai Fook Group, and was meticulously developed by New World Development, a subsidiary of Chou Tai Fook.
- Location: Beijing, China
- Standard Height: 530 meters
- Roof Height: 480 meters
- Floors: 97 above ground, 4 below
- Year Completed: 2018
- Usage: Offices, hotel, and residences
The Tianjin CTF Financial Center stands as the second tallest skyscraper in China, situated in the Binhai New District of Tianjin City, southeast of Beijing. It has been meticulously designed to meet the prestigious LEED Gold standards.
- Location: Beijing, China
- Height: 527 meters (standard and roof height)
- Floors: 109 above ground, 8 below ground
- Year Built: 2018
- Use: Offices, hotel, retail, observation decks
China Zun stands tall in Beijing, serving as the corporate hub for China CITIC Group Corporation, a major state-owned conglomerate. It is renowned as the CITIC Tower, symbolizing the capital’s modern skyline.