The Jeddah Tower, also known as the Kingdom Tower, is an architectural feat currently being constructed in Saudi Arabia, which is on track to surpass the Burj Khalifa, the current record holder for the world’s tallest building with a projected height exceeding 1,000 meters.
First, the Burj Khalifa in Dubai set a monumental benchmark in 2010, reaching a staggering height of 828 meters. Now, the Jeddah Tower aims to push these boundaries even further. Guinness World Records has acknowledged the potential of the Jeddah Tower, recognizing its capacity to redefine urban skylines with its impressive height of over 1 kilometre.
Developed by the Jeddah Economic Company, this towering skyscraper is designed to be a multipurpose marvel featuring luxury residences, office spaces, serviced apartments, and high-end condominiums. One of its most notable features will be the “world’s highest observatory,” further cementing its status as a groundbreaking project.
Despite the University of Tokyo Atacama Observatory holding a different altitude record, the Jeddah Tower, with its estimated cost of $1.23 billion, is set to challenge the supremacy of the Burj Khalifa. Located in north Jeddah, this tower is part of an extensive $20 billion mega-project and has recently resumed construction in 2023 following a five-year pause.
The excitement and mystery surrounding the completion date of the Jeddah Tower only amplify the anticipation. Its proposed features and dimensions present a formidable challenge to the Burj Khalifa’s longstanding record. As the world of architecture awaits its completion, the Jeddah Tower is poised to ascend physically and in the annals of architectural history, representing a new pinnacle of human achievement.
