Here's The Tallest Building in the World—More Than Twice the Height of the Eiffel Tower
It is the tallest building in the world—more than twice the height of the Eiffel Tower. Yet, the race for the tallest skyscraper is far from over. While several buildings already soar far above the Eiffel Tower, one outsized project is poised to reach unprecedented heights.
Skyscrapers have consistently pushed the boundaries of engineering and ambition. Today, towering giants of concrete and steel dominate the skylines of major metropolises. Among them is the Shanghai Tower in China, standing at an impressive 632 meters. This colossal structure hosts offices, shops, hotels, and even a restaurant perched more than 550 meters above the ground. Meanwhile, the Tokyo Skytree, at 634 meters, rises above Japan's capital, serving as both a broadcasting tower and an observation point for tourists.
Another marvel is the Makkah Royal Clock Tower in Saudi Arabia, which reaches 601 meters. Located in Mecca, this architectural masterpiece features a gigantic clock visible from kilometers away. At its base, luxury hotels provide refuge for thousands of pilgrims visiting the holy city. Similarly, the Ping An International Finance Center in Shenzhen, China, symbolizes the region's economic power with its 599-meter frame dominating the city's business district.
However, all these monumental achievements pale in comparison to the Burj Khalifa, the undisputed king of skyscrapers. Since 2010, this awe-inspiring Dubai tower has reigned as the tallest structure in the world, reaching an astonishing 828 meters. Its sleek silhouette, visible from miles away, epitomizes the ambition and modernity of the United Arab Emirates. More than just a building, the Burj Khalifa is a vertical city, offering luxury residences, hotels, offices, and observation decks with breathtaking views of Dubai and the surrounding desert.
But even as the Burj Khalifa dominates the skyline, other ambitious projects threaten to dethrone it. In Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, the Jeddah Tower is set to become the first building to surpass the one-kilometer mark. Once completed, this 1,000-meter skyscraper will far exceed the Burj Khalifa, marking a new milestone in the race for the skies. Though construction has faced delays, forecasts suggest the tower could open in the coming years.
The pursuit of ever-greater heights continues unabated. These titanic constructions—and even more audacious projects on the horizon—represent humanity's endless quest for altitude. Each skyscraper stands as a symbol of national pride and economic power, driving the race ever higher, ever further.
Looking ahead, Tokyo plans an even more ambitious project: the Sky Mile Tower, slated for completion by 2045. This futuristic structure will rise 1,700 meters—more than twice the height of the Burj Khalifa. Beyond its sheer scale, the Sky Mile Tower embodies a sustainable vision, with the capacity to house over 50,000 residents and withstand climate-related challenges. If realized, Tokyo could claim the title of the global capital of towering skyscrapers.