Burj Dubai now world's tallest
United Arab Emirates: Saturday, July 21 - 2007 at 15:18
Emaar Properties' Burj Dubai has now officially been labelled as the tallest building in the world. The tower, which currently measures 512.1 metres, or 1,680 feet, has now overtaken the Taipei 101 in Taiwan, which has held the title since it opened in 2004. The Burj Dubai, with 141 floors, now has more storeys than any other building in the world; it is due for completion next year.
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Jonathan Sheikh-Miller, Deputy EditorSaturday, July 21 - 2007 at 15:18 UAE local time (GMT+4)
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