World’s tallest tower is being built in THIS country, will dwarf Dubai’s Burj Khalifa; its height will be…, cost is Rs…

Jeddah Tower: A gigantic skyscraper, which will dwarf even the even the iconic Burj Khalifa in Dubai in sheer size and opulence, is being being built in Saudi Arabia’s Jeddah city. The Jeddah Tower, formerly known as the Kingdom Tower, has been dubbed the Burj Jeddah, and is being developed by the Jeddah Economic Company (JEC), under Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman’s ambitious Saudi Vision 2030 project.

How tall will Jeddah tower be?

Once completed, the Jeddah Tower, also known as the JEC Tower, will be a staggering 3,280 feet tall, making it 564 feet taller than Dubai’s Burj Khalifa, currently considered the tallest building in the world with a height of 2,716 feet, according to Saudi media reports.

The gargantuan project is being spearheaded by Saudi Prince Al Waleed bin Talal Al Saud under the Crown Prince’s Saudi Vision 2030 project, and estimated to be completed sometime in 2028.

Who designed the Jeddah Tower?

Interestingly, the Jeddah Tower is being designed by famous architects Adrian Smith + Gordon Gill Architecture, with Smith being no stranger to towering feats as he has also designed Burj Khalifa in Dubai. The duo are hoping to surpass their previous work by building the JEC Tower, which would likely become a testament of their skill for decades to come.

The design of JEC Tower by Smith and Gill aims to build structure that makes a bold statement but seamlessly harmonizes with its surroundings, and does not stand out like a proverbial sore thumb in the desert city. The architects have given the tower a sleek, aerodynamic form, which is designed to withstand harsh desert winds, while its advanced materials and construction techniques are poised to push the limits of gravity.

How much will the project cost?

According to various estimates, the Jeddah Tower will cost an estimated $1.2 billion to construct, while its surround Kingdom City project is expected to cost a whopping $20 billion. The skyscraper will have 157 with 59 elevators, and will house a luxury hotel, high-end residences, and expansive office spaces.

The JEC Tower will also feature the world’s highest observation point, which will offer breathtaking panoramic views of the mesmerizing Jeddah cityscape from a height of over 3000 feet.