Height confirmed for world's second tallest tower in Dubai

Wednesday, 4 September 2024 11:47

By ARN News Staff

The world's second tallest tower, being built in Dubai, will reach a staggering 725 metres tall when complete in 2028, Azizi Developments confirmed.

The Burj Azizi will be a record-breaking building with several world firsts due to be set.

The building, located along Dubai's Sheikh Zayed Road, will be home to the world's highest hotel lobby on level 11, the world's highest nightclub on level 126 and highest restaurant in Dubai on level 122.

In total, the development will be a 131-plus-storey building and will feature a seven-star hotel, penthouses, apartments and holiday homes, along with wellness centres, pools, gyms, cinemas and mini markets.

Dubai's Burj Khalifa remains the world's tallest tower standing at 828 metres.

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