Who owns Dubai’s Burj Khalifa, world’s tallest building? Its not Sultan of UAE, the name is…

The Burj Khalifa was also designed with sustainability in mind. It collects an impressive 15 million gallons of water annually, which is efficiently used for irrigation within the building.

Whenever people talk about Dubai, the first thing that comes to mind is Burj Khalifa—the tallest building in the world. Standing at 828 meters, this architectural marvel has become the symbol of Dubai, attracting millions of visitors who dream of seeing it up close. With 163 floors, luxury apartments, high-end hotels, and breathtaking views, Burj Khalifa is truly a masterpiece.

But who actually owns this iconic skyscraper?

The construction of Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building, began in 2004 and took approximately six years to complete. It was officially inaugurated in 2010. During its construction phase, nearly 12,000 workers contributed daily to bring this marvel to life. Standing at a height of 828 meters (2,716.5 feet), Burj Khalifa features 163 floors, making it a true icon of modern architecture. The building is equipped with 58 elevators and houses 304 luxurious hotel rooms along with 900 high-end apartments. Maintaining this towering structure is a massive challenge, as it takes over three months to clean its entire exterior.

Apart from being the world’s tallest building, Burj Khalifa has also broken two other major records: The tallest structure, which was previously the KVLY-TV mast in North Dakota and the tallest free-standing structure, replacing Toronto’s CN Tower.

Burj Khalifa was developed by Emaar Properties, a leading real estate development company in the UAE. The company’s founder and chairman, Mohamed Alabbar, is regarded as the true owner of this iconic skyscraper, which continues to be a symbol of Dubai’s ambition and innovation.

Emaar is among the world’s largest real estate companies, renowned for its massive projects such as the Dubai Mall, the upcoming Dubai Creek Tower, and the Dubai Fountain.

The Burj Khalifa was also designed with sustainability in mind. It collects an impressive 15 million gallons of water annually, which is efficiently used for irrigation within the building. One of the most fascinating facts about this towering structure is that its tip can be seen from as far as 95 kilometers away!

(Note: This information is based on general sources, and india.com does not independently verify these claims.)