Burj Khalifa – Quick Facts
Feature | Detail |
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Location | Dubai, United Arab Emirates |
Height | 828 meters (2,717 feet) |
Floors | 163 + 2 basement levels |
Construction Completed | 2009 |
Official Opening | January 4, 2010 |
Developer | Emaar Properties |
Architect | Adrian Smith (while at Skidmore, Owings & Merrill) |
Purpose | Mixed-use – Residential, Commercial, Hotel, Observation decks |
🌟 Key Attractions
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At the Top Observation Decks:
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Level 124 & 125: Observation with telescopes & open-air terrace
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Level 148: VIP access – world’s highest observation deck at 555m
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Armani Hotel: Designed by Giorgio Armani, occupies several floors
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Dancing Dubai Fountain: Just outside the base – a major tourist draw