Architecture in Dubai is not like any other city in the world, here are some of the most impressive buildings in Dubai
Burj Khalifa
The Burj Khalifa is a skyscraper in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It is known for being the world’s tallest building. With a total height of 829.8 m (2,722 ft, or just over half a mile) and a roof height (excluding the antenna, but including a 242.6 m spire) of 828 m (2,717 ft), the Burj Khalifa has been the tallest structure and building in the world since its topping out in 2009, supplanting Taipei 101, the previous holder of that status.
Cayan Tower
The Cayan Tower is very intricately created with a twist in its structure by a whopping 90 degrees without any structural pillars. The world’s most massive residential tower with a height of 306 metres is a sight to behold. Completed in 2013, the Cayan Tower is one of the most eye-catching towers found in Dubai. The Cayan Tower has 73 stories with rooms designed in such a way that ample sunlight is mitigated.
The Opus
Created by the world-famous architect Zaha Hadid and the Omniyat properties, The Opus is home to residential properties as well as commercial buildings. Located near the Burj Khalifa, the cube-like tower is used for commercial and retail development Envisioned by the Pritzker Prize Winner – Zaha Hadid, this multipurpose project is another masterpiece of the architecture of Dubai.
Museum of the Future
The Museum of the Future is an exhibition space for innovative and futuristic ideologies, services, and products. Located in the Financial District of Dubai, UAE, the Museum of the Future has three main elements: green hill, building, and void.
Palm Jumeirah
The Palm Jumeirah is an archipelago of artificial islands on the Persian Gulf in Jumeirah, Dubai. It is part of a larger series of developments called the Palm Islands, including Palm Jebel Ali and Palm Deira, which, if completed, will together increase Dubai’s shoreline by a total of 520 kilometers (320 mi).
Ain Dubai
Ain Dubai (previously named the Dubai Eye or Dubai-I), at Bluewaters Island in the United Arab Emirates, is the world’s tallest and largest observation wheel, with a height of 250 m (820 ft). The wheel carries up to 1,750 passengers in 48 cabins and provides views of Dubai Marina and landmarks such as Burj Al Arab, Palm Jumeirah, and Burj Khalifa.
Expo City Dubai
Expo City Dubai is a future-centric mini-city that builds on the legacy of Expo 2020 Dubai. The first World Expo to be held in the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia regions, it welcomed 192 nations and more than 24 million visitors during its run.
Dubai Frame
The Dubai Frame is an observatory, museum, and monument in Zabeel Park, Dubai. It holds the record for the largest frame in the world. The building has a height of 150.24 meters and a width of 95.53 meters.
Dubai Frame Observation Deck
Da Vinci Tower
Da Vinci Tower is a multi-building complex in Business Bay, Dubai. The futuristic design of the skyscraper reflects the Emirate’s rich tradition combined with highly stylized ultra-modern technologies. The development’s facade is designed with glass pieces in various sizes and colors that bring it a distinguished look.
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