Five Amazing Facts About Burj Khalifa

These legends about the world’s tallest buildings are not fiction, but fact.

Burj Khalifa’s Base Was Inspire By A Single Flower

The Burj Khalifa is a symbol of human creativity and innovation. The triple-lobed footprint of the building – three circular structures that extend from the central core – was inspire by the hymenocallis, which is a desert flower in the region, commonly known as the spider Lily. This design maximizes the Burj Khalifa’s view of Arabian Gulf so that as many people as possible can enjoy spectacular views of the city. It looks very similar to the onion domes found in Islamic architecture, which is a modern tribute to the local heritage.

At the top of Burj Khalifa, it’s six degrees colder

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It’s true – Burj Khalifa stands so high that there is a sharp difference in temperature between its top and ground. Its impressive height has allowed it to break many records, which may surprise you. The Burj Khalifa’s Level 124 observation deck is the highest in the world. You can also visit At The Top for unparalleled views of Dubai. You can travel the longest distance by lift. If you are up for it, there is a stairwell with 2,909 steps leading to the 160th. Only authorize personnel are permitted to go beyond Floor 125.

It has nearly 26,000 hand-cut panels of glass

Each panel of glass that makes up the facade of Burj Khalifa consists of approximately 26,000 panels. Each one is hand-cut and made to withstand extreme weather conditions. They form a reflective curtain wall that runs the length of the tower. It is the same size as 17 football pitches. It takes between three and four months to clean the entire building’s glittering façade from the outside.

It’s been the home of many great adventures

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Alain Robert, a French Spiderman, was the first and only man to climb the Burj Khalifa in Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol. He did this in March 2011. Robert took six hours, 13 minutes, and 55 seconds to climb the skyscraper. The world record for highest BASE jump from a building was set by Fred Fugen and Vince Reffet, daredevils. Who leapt off Burj Khalifa’s top in April 2014.

Burj Khalifa is world’s tallest gallery of art

Burj Khalifa, as stunning as it looks from the outside, is just as beautiful inside. Over 85 artists from around the world have commissioned work to this building. They are known for their diverse styles and techniques. The corporate lobby entrance houses an installation by Karim Rashid, an Egyptian-born artist. It is call Evolutes and features shifting ovals with reflective organic coatings and natural stones. World Voices, a water-based installation by Jaume Plensa (Spanish sculptor), is located in the residential tower. It consists of 196 cymbals, one for each country.

FAQs

• What inspired the design of Burj Khalifa’s base?

The base of Burj Khalifa was inspire by the hymenocallis. A desert flower commonly known as the spider lily. The building’s triple-lobed design maximizes the view of the Arabian Gulf, allowing as many people as possible to enjoy breathtaking views of the city, while honoring local Islamic architecture.

• How much cooler is it at the top of Burj Khalifa?

Due to its incredible height, Burj Khalifa experiences a temperature difference between its top and ground level. At the top, it’s six degrees colder, offering visitors a refreshing escape from the Dubai heat at the building’s Level 124 observation deck.

• How many panels of glass make up the Burj Khalifa’s façade?

The Burj Khalifa’s stunning reflective curtain wall is made of 26,000 hand-cut glass panels. Which cover an area equivalent to 17 football pitches. These panels are design to withstand extreme weather conditions and take months to clean.