New world tallest building under construction
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As of now, the tallest building under construction is the Jeddah Tower, also known as the Kingdom Tower, located in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. It's expected to surpass the Burj Khalifa, currently the world's tallest building, with a height of over 1,000 meters (3,280 feet).
Here are some key facts about the Jeddah Tower:
- Height: The tower will stand at an impressive 1,008 meters (3,307 feet) tall, surpassing the Burj Khalifa's height of 828 meters (2,722 feet).
- Location: The tower is being built in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on the Red Sea coast.
- Design: The tower's design is inspired by the Hymenocallis, a desert flower native to the region. The building's shape is meant to evoke the flower's petals.
- Construction: The tower is being built by the Saudi Binladin Group, a leading construction company in the region.
- Completion: The tower is expected to be completed by 2023, although the exact date may vary depending on various factors.
- Features: The Jeddah Tower will have 200 floors, with a total floor area of over 1 million square meters (10.8 million square feet). It will also feature a luxury hotel, residential units, and office spaces.
The Jeddah Tower is an ambitious project that will not only be a marvel of engineering but also a symbol of Saudi Arabia's growth and development.