Opened in 2010, the Burj Khalifa quickly became a global icon.
It was designed with a unique Y-shaped cross-section to minimize wind effects, a technique known as "confusing the wind."
The building can sway up to 1.5 meters to withstand seismic activities.
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The Burj Khalifa, a true "vertical city," stands at an astonishing 828 meters (2,717 feet). Its construction, which began in 2004 and concluded in 2010, involved over 12,000 workers. It holds numerous world records, including the tallest elevator in a building, the most floors (163), and the highest restaurant from ground level. The exterior features almost 26,000 hand-cut glass panels, and it takes approximately three months to clean the entire structure from top to bottom. This architectural marvel was developed by Emaar Properties and designed by Skidmore, Owings & Merrill LLP, led by Adrian Smith, and reportedly cost $1.5 billion.