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Home ยป Tallest Buildings in the World

Tallest Buildings in the World

NyongesaSande News Desk by NyongesaSande News Desk
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This article provides a comprehensive look at the world’s tallest buildings, structures that exceed 350 meters in height. These buildings are defined as continuously occupiable, enclosed structures that dominate the skylines of major cities around the globe. The buildings are ranked by their height, and we provide detailed descriptions of their design, location, and architectural significance.

    • History of Tallest Buildings
    • Ranking Criteria
  • Here is The Tallest Buildings in the World
    • 1. Burj Khalifa
    • 2. Merdeka 118
    • 3. Shanghai Tower
    • 4. Abraj Al-Bait Clock Tower
    • 5. Ping An International Finance Centre
    • 6. Lotte World Tower
    • 7. One World Trade Center
    • 8. Guangzhou CTF Finance Centre
    • 9. Tianjin CTF Finance Centre
    • 10. CITIC Tower
    • 11. Taipei 101
    • 12. Shanghai World Financial Center
    • 13. International Commerce Centre
    • 14. Wuhan Greenland Center
    • 15. Central Park Tower
    • 16. Lakhta Center
    • 17. Landmark 81
    • 18. Chongqing International Land-Sea Center
    • 19. The Exchange 106
    • 20. Changsha IFS Tower T1
    • 21. Petronas Tower 1
    • 22. Petronas Tower 2
    • 23. Zifeng Tower
    • 24. Suzhou IFS
    • 25. Wuhan Center
    • 26. Willis Tower (formerly Sears Tower)
    • 27. KK100
    • 28. Guangzhou International Finance Center
    • 29. 111 West 57th Street
    • 30. Shandong International Financial Center
    • 31. One Vanderbilt
    • 32. Nanjing Financial City Phase II Plot C Tower 1
    • 33. 432 Park Avenue
    • 34. Marina 101
    • 35. Trump International Hotel and Tower
    • 36. JPMorgan Chase World Headquarters
    • 37. Minying International Trade Center 1
    • 38. Jin Mao Tower
    • 39. Princess Tower
    • 40. Al Hamra Tower
    • 41. Two International Finance Centre
    • 42. Haeundae LCT The Sharp Landmark Tower
    • 43. Ningbo Central Plaza
    • 44. Guangxi China Resources Tower
    • 45. Guiyang International Financial Center T1
    • 46. Iconic Tower
    • 47. China Resources Tower
    • 48. 23 Marina
    • 49. CITIC Plaza
    • 50. Citymark Centre
    • 51. Shum Yip Upperhills Tower 1
    • 52. 30 Hudson Yards
    • 53. Public Investment Fund Tower
    • 54. Shun Hing Square
    • 55. Eton Place Dalian Tower 1
    • 56. Autograph Tower
    • 57. Logan Century Center 1
    • 58. Burj Mohammed bin Rashid
    • 59. Empire State Building
    • 60. Elite Residence
    • 61. Riverview Plaza
    • 62. Guangdong Business Center
    • 63. Dabaihui Plaza
    • 64. Central Plaza
    • 65. Federation Tower (East Tower)
    • 66. Hengfeng Guiyang Center Tower 1
    • 67. Dalian International Trade Center
    • 68. Shanghai International Trade Center Tower 1
    • 69. Address Boulevard
    • 70. Haitian Center Tower 2
    • 71. Golden Eagle Tiandi Tower A
    • 72. Bank of China Tower
    • 73. Bank of America Tower
    • 74. Ciel Tower
    • 75. St. Regis Chicago
    • 76. Almas Tower
    • 77. Jinan Ping An Finance Center Tower 1
    • 78. Huiyun Center
    • 79. Hanking Center
    • 80. Greenland Group Suzhou Center
    • 81. Gevora Hotel
    • 82. Galaxy World Tower 1
    • 83. Galaxy World Tower 2
    • 84. Il Primo Tower
    • 85. JW Marriott Marquis Dubai Tower 1
    • 86. JW Marriott Marquis Dubai Tower 2
    • 87. Emirates Office Tower
    • 88. Raffles City Chongqing T3N
    • 89. Raffles City Chongqing T4N
    • 90. OKO โ€“ South Tower
    • 91. The Marina Torch
    • 92. Central Bank of the Republic of Turkey
    • 93. Forum 66 Tower 1
    • 94. The Pinnacle
    • 95. Xi’an Glory International Financial Center

History of Tallest Buildings

The history of tall buildings dates back to ancient times when the Great Pyramid of Giza was the tallest man-made structure for over 3,800 years. The advent of skyscrapers began in Chicago in 1885 with the Home Insurance Building, marking the rise of high-rise construction in the modern era. Over time, the title for the tallest building has shifted from Petronas Towers to Taipei 101, and currently, the Burj Khalifa stands as the worldโ€™s tallest building.

Ranking Criteria

The Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH) sets the standards for measuring skyscraper height, focusing on architectural top, highest occupied floor, and other height categories.

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Here is The Tallest Buildings in the World

As of September 2024, here is a list of the tallest completed and architecturally topped-out buildings, ranked by their architectural height.


1. Burj Khalifa

  • Height: 828 meters (2,717 ft)
  • Floors: 163 (+2 below ground)
  • Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Year Completed: 2010
  • Description: The tallest building globally since 2010, the Burj Khalifa is an architectural marvel with a sleek design and one of the most recognizable landmarks in the world. It includes luxury residences, hotels, offices, and observation decks.

2. Merdeka 118

  • Height: 678.9 meters (2,227 ft)
  • Floors: 118 (+5 below ground)
  • Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
  • Year Completed: 2024
  • Description: The tallest building in Southeast Asia, Merdeka 118 features a striking crystalline design and is set to be a major hub for offices, retail spaces, and a sky observation deck.

3. Shanghai Tower

  • Height: 632 meters (2,073 ft)
  • Floors: 128 (+5 below ground)
  • Location: Shanghai, China
  • Year Completed: 2015
  • Description: The twisted design of Shanghai Tower makes it an iconic skyscraper in China. It is home to the worldโ€™s highest hotel, observation deck, and various corporate offices.

4. Abraj Al-Bait Clock Tower

  • Height: 601 meters (1,972 ft)
  • Floors: 120 (+3 below ground)
  • Location: Mecca, Saudi Arabia
  • Year Completed: 2012
  • Description: With its iconic clock, Abraj Al-Bait is a defining landmark in Mecca. The building serves as a hotel, with residences and religious facilities near the Grand Mosque.

5. Ping An International Finance Centre

  • Height: 599.1 meters (1,966 ft)
  • Floors: 115 (+5 below ground)
  • Location: Shenzhen, China
  • Year Completed: 2017
  • Description: The Ping An Finance Centre has a sharp, streamlined design and serves as a business hub for Shenzhen with high-end offices and commercial space.

6. Lotte World Tower

  • Height: 554.5 meters (1,819 ft)
  • Floors: 123 (+6 below ground)
  • Location: Seoul, South Korea
  • Year Completed: 2017
  • Description: As the tallest building in South Korea, the Lotte World Tower houses the Lotte Hotel, a shopping mall, and observation decks that offer panoramic views of Seoul.

7. One World Trade Center

  • Height: 541.3 meters (1,776 ft)
  • Floors: 94 (+5 below ground)
  • Location: New York City, United States
  • Year Completed: 2014
  • Description: The tallest building in the Western Hemisphere, this building was built to replace the World Trade Center and stands as a symbol of strength and resilience.

8. Guangzhou CTF Finance Centre

  • Height: 530 meters (1,740 ft)
  • Floors: 111 (+5 below ground)
  • Location: Guangzhou, China
  • Year Completed: 2016
  • Description: One of the tallest mixed-use buildings globally, featuring offices, a hotel, and residential units. Its striking glass facade makes it a prominent landmark in Guangzhou.

9. Tianjin CTF Finance Centre

  • Height: 530 meters (1,740 ft)
  • Floors: 97 (+4 below ground)
  • Location: Tianjin, China
  • Year Completed: 2019
  • Description: This tower is the tallest in Tianjin and serves primarily as office and hotel space. Its glass curtain wall design is smooth and elegant.

10. CITIC Tower

  • Height: 527.7 meters (1,731 ft)
  • Floors: 109 (+8 below ground)
  • Location: Beijing, China
  • Year Completed: 2018
  • Description: Also known as China Zun, the CITIC Tower is a symbol of modern Beijing with its concave design and serves as a major office building for government and corporate offices.

11. Taipei 101

  • Height: 508 meters (1,667 ft)
  • Floors: 101 (+5 below ground)
  • Location: Taipei, Taiwan
  • Year Completed: 2004
  • Description: The tallest building in the world from 2004 to 2010, Taipei 101 is known for its pagoda-inspired design and serves as a major business and financial hub.

12. Shanghai World Financial Center

  • Height: 492 meters (1,614 ft)
  • Floors: 101 (+3 below ground)
  • Location: Shanghai, China
  • Year Completed: 2008
  • Description: Known for its unique “bottle opener” design, the Shanghai World Financial Center is a major hub for businesses and features observation decks at multiple levels.

13. International Commerce Centre

  • Height: 484 meters (1,588 ft)
  • Floors: 108 (+4 below ground)
  • Location: Hong Kong, China
  • Year Completed: 2010
  • Description: The tallest building in Hong Kong, the International Commerce Centre houses luxury hotels, offices, and retail spaces, making it a key part of the cityโ€™s skyline.

14. Wuhan Greenland Center

  • Height: 475.6 meters (1,560 ft)
  • Floors: 101 (+6 below ground)
  • Location: Wuhan, China
  • Year Completed: 2023
  • Description: Wuhan Greenland Center is a mixed-use skyscraper and a major icon in Wuhan, designed to withstand strong winds and earthquakes.

15. Central Park Tower

  • Height: 472.4 meters (1,550 ft)
  • Floors: 98 (+4 below ground)
  • Location: New York City, United States
  • Year Completed: 2021
  • Description: The tallest residential building in the world, Central Park Tower offers luxury residences with views of Central Park and beyond.

16. Lakhta Center

  • Height: 462 meters (1,516 ft)
  • Floors: 87 (+3 below ground)
  • Location: Saint Petersburg, Russia
  • Year Completed: 2019
  • Description: Lakhta Center is the tallest building in Europe, characterized by its curved glass design. It serves as the headquarters for Gazprom and includes office and leisure spaces.

17. Landmark 81

  • Height: 461.2 meters (1,513 ft)
  • Floors: 81 (+3 below ground)
  • Location: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
  • Year Completed: 2018
  • Description: The tallest building in Vietnam, Landmark 81 is a multipurpose skyscraper featuring a luxury hotel, residential spaces, and a shopping mall.

18. Chongqing International Land-Sea Center

  • Height: 458 meters (1,503 ft)
  • Floors: 98 (+4 below ground)
  • Location: Chongqing, China
  • Year Completed: 2024
  • Description: A mixed-use tower in Chongqing featuring office, hotel, and residential spaces. Its sleek design complements the rapidly growing skyline of Chongqing.

19. The Exchange 106

  • Height: 453.6 meters (1,488 ft)
  • Floors: 95 (+6 below ground)
  • Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
  • Year Completed: 2019
  • Description: The Exchange 106 is one of the tallest buildings in Kuala Lumpur, providing office spaces in a prime location in the city’s financial district.

20. Changsha IFS Tower T1

  • Height: 452.1 meters (1,483 ft)
  • Floors: 94 (+5 below ground)
  • Location: Changsha, China
  • Year Completed: 2018
  • Description: As the tallest building in Changsha, the IFS Tower T1 is part of a larger complex featuring shopping centers, office space, and luxury hotels.

21. Petronas Tower 1

  • Height: 451.9 meters (1,483 ft)
  • Floors: 88 (+5 below ground)
  • Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
  • Year Completed: 1998
  • Description: The Petronas Towers were the tallest buildings in the world from 1998 to 2004. These iconic twin towers are a major landmark in Malaysia.

22. Petronas Tower 2

  • Height: 451.9 meters (1,483 ft)
  • Floors: 88 (+5 below ground)
  • Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
  • Year Completed: 1998
  • Description: Twin to Petronas Tower 1, this building is also part of Kuala Lumpur’s skyline and houses corporate offices and shopping complexes.

23. Zifeng Tower

  • Height: 450 meters (1,480 ft)
  • Floors: 89 (+5 below ground)
  • Location: Nanjing, China
  • Year Completed: 2010
  • Description: Zifeng Tower is a landmark in Nanjing, featuring office spaces, hotels, and restaurants. Its sleek, modern design is complemented by its iconic spire.

24. Suzhou IFS

  • Height: 450 meters (1,480 ft)
  • Floors: 95 (+5 below ground)
  • Location: Suzhou, China
  • Year Completed: 2019
  • Description: The Suzhou IFS is a commercial tower in the heart of Suzhouโ€™s financial district, providing space for offices and high-end retail.

25. Wuhan Center

  • Height: 443.1 meters (1,454 ft)
  • Floors: 88 (+4 below ground)
  • Location: Wuhan, China
  • Year Completed: 2019
  • Description: The Wuhan Center is one of the tallest skyscrapers in Central China and features offices, residential units, and hotels, contributing to Wuhanโ€™s rapidly developing skyline.

26. Willis Tower (formerly Sears Tower)

  • Height: 442.1 meters (1,450 ft)
  • Floors: 108 (+3 below ground)
  • Location: Chicago, United States
  • Year Completed: 1974
  • Description: The Willis Tower was the tallest building in the world from 1974 until 1998. Its iconic design and skydeck make it a famous Chicago landmark.

27. KK100

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  • Height: 441.8 meters (1,449 ft)
  • Floors: 98 (+4 below ground)
  • Location: Shenzhen, China
  • Year Completed: 2011
  • Description: KK100 is a sleek, modern tower in Shenzhenโ€™s financial district, combining office space, hotel facilities, and retail stores.

28. Guangzhou International Finance Center

  • Height: 438.6 meters (1,439 ft)
  • Floors: 101 (+4 below ground)
  • Location: Guangzhou, China
  • Year Completed: 2010
  • Description: This structure is a significant part of Guangzhou’s central business district and offers premium office space, a hotel, and a retail complex.

29. 111 West 57th Street

  • Height: 435.3 meters (1,428 ft)
  • Floors: 84 (+2 below ground)
  • Location: New York City, United States
  • Year Completed: 2021
  • Description: Known as the slenderest skyscraper in the world, 111 West 57th Street features ultra-luxury condominiums with panoramic views of Central Park.

30. Shandong International Financial Center

  • Height: 428 meters (1,404 ft)
  • Floors: 88 (+4 below ground)
  • Location: Jinan, China
  • Year Completed: 2023
  • Description: This tower is the tallest building in Jinan and serves as a financial hub for the region. It houses offices, hotels, and commercial spaces.

31. One Vanderbilt

  • Height: 427 meters (1,401 ft)
  • Floors: 62 (+4 below ground)
  • Location: New York City, United States
  • Year Completed: 2020
  • Description: One Vanderbilt is a premier office building near Grand Central Terminal. Its observation deck offers stunning views of the New York City skyline.

32. Nanjing Financial City Phase II Plot C Tower 1

  • Height: 426 meters (1,398 ft)
  • Floors: 88
  • Location: Nanjing, China
  • Year Completion Expected: 2025
  • Description: Part of Nanjingโ€™s expanding financial district, this tower will provide high-end office spaces and contribute to the skyline of Nanjing upon completion.

33. 432 Park Avenue

  • Height: 425.7 meters (1,397 ft)
  • Floors: 85 (+3 below ground)
  • Location: New York City, United States
  • Year Completed: 2015
  • Description: A symbol of New York luxury, 432 Park Avenue is home to some of the most expensive residences in the city, offering breathtaking views of Manhattan.

34. Marina 101

  • Height: 425 meters (1,394 ft)
  • Floors: 101 (+6 below ground)
  • Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Year Completed: 2017
  • Description: Marina 101 is a mixed-use development in the heart of Dubai Marina, combining hotel accommodations and private residences with stunning marina views.

35. Trump International Hotel and Tower

  • Height: 423.2 meters (1,388 ft)
  • Floors: 98 (+2 below ground)
  • Location: Chicago, United States
  • Year Completed: 2009
  • Description: This tower is a prominent part of Chicagoโ€™s skyline, featuring luxury condominiums, hotel rooms, and restaurants with a view of the city.

36. JPMorgan Chase World Headquarters

  • Height: 423 meters (1,388 ft)
  • Floors: 60
  • Location: New York City, United States
  • Year Completion Expected: 2025
  • Description: Set to be the new headquarters for JPMorgan Chase, this tower will enhance the Midtown Manhattan skyline and offer state-of-the-art office facilities.

37. Minying International Trade Center 1

  • Height: 422.6 meters (1,386 ft)
  • Floors: 85 (+3 below ground)
  • Location: Dongguan, China
  • Year Completed: 2021
  • Description: This tower is part of Dongguanโ€™s modernization efforts and serves as a business hub for the region, offering office space and commercial centers.

38. Jin Mao Tower

  • Height: 420.5 meters (1,380 ft)
  • Floors: 88 (+3 below ground)
  • Location: Shanghai, China
  • Year Completed: 1999
  • Description: Jin Mao Tower was once the tallest building in China. It is an architectural gem with its Art Deco style and houses a mix of offices, hotels, and observation decks.

39. Princess Tower

  • Height: 413.4 meters (1,356 ft)
  • Floors: 101 (+6 below ground)
  • Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Year Completed: 2012
  • Description: The Princess Tower in Dubai Marina is the tallest residential building in the world, offering luxury apartments with views of the Arabian Gulf.

40. Al Hamra Tower

  • Height: 412.6 meters (1,354 ft)
  • Floors: 80 (+3 below ground)
  • Location: Kuwait City, Kuwait
  • Year Completed: 2011
  • Description: The tallest building in Kuwait, Al Hamra Tower features a striking twisted facade and houses office spaces, retail outlets, and restaurants.

41. Two International Finance Centre

  • Height: 412 meters (1,352 ft)
  • Floors: 88 (+6 below ground)
  • Location: Hong Kong, China
  • Year Completed: 2003
  • Description: This tower is a prominent part of the Hong Kong skyline and serves as a financial hub for global banks and businesses.

42. Haeundae LCT The Sharp Landmark Tower

  • Height: 411.6 meters (1,350 ft)
  • Floors: 101 (+5 below ground)
  • Location: Busan, South Korea
  • Year Completed: 2019
  • Description: The tallest building in Busan, this skyscraper features residential units, hotels, and commercial spaces with views of the coastline.

43. Ningbo Central Plaza

  • Height: 409 meters (1,342 ft)
  • Floors: 80
  • Location: Ningbo, China
  • Year Completion Expected: 2024
  • Description: A new addition to Ningboโ€™s skyline, the Central Plaza will serve as a mixed-use commercial hub in the city.

44. Guangxi China Resources Tower

  • Height: 402.7 meters (1,321 ft)
  • Floors: 86 (+3 below ground)
  • Location: Nanning, China
  • Year Completed: 2020
  • Description: The Guangxi China Resources Tower is the tallest building in Nanning, featuring office spaces, residential units, and retail outlets.

45. Guiyang International Financial Center T1

  • Height: 401 meters (1,316 ft)
  • Floors: 79 (+5 below ground)
  • Location: Guiyang, China
  • Year Completed: 2020
  • Description: This tower is part of Guiyangโ€™s financial district, providing office space for financial institutions and multinational companies.

46. Iconic Tower

  • Height: 393.8 meters (1,292 ft)
  • Floors: 77 (+2 below ground)
  • Location: New Administrative Capital, Egypt
  • Year Completed: 2023
  • Description: The tallest building in Africa, the Iconic Tower is a symbol of Egyptโ€™s new administrative capital and will serve as a commercial and financial hub for the region.

47. China Resources Tower

  • Height: 392.5 meters (1,288 ft)
  • Floors: 68 (+5 below ground)
  • Location: Shenzhen, China
  • Year Completed: 2018
  • Description: Known for its unique cone-shaped design, the China Resources Tower in Shenzhen houses office spaces and serves as the headquarters for China Resources.

48. 23 Marina

  • Height: 392.4 meters (1,287 ft)
  • Floors: 88 (+4 below ground)
  • Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Year Completed: 2012
  • Description: 23 Marina is a luxury residential skyscraper in Dubai Marina, offering spacious apartments and penthouses with stunning views of the city and the sea.

49. CITIC Plaza

  • Height: 390.2 meters (1,280 ft)
  • Floors: 80 (+2 below ground)
  • Location: Guangzhou, China
  • Year Completed: 1996
  • Description: CITIC Plaza was once the tallest building in Guangzhou, and it remains a major office and commercial center in the city.

50. Citymark Centre

  • Height: 388.3 meters (1,274 ft)
  • Floors: 70 (+7 below ground)
  • Location: Shenzhen, China
  • Year Completed: 2022
  • Description: The Citymark Centre is a multi-use building in Shenzhen, housing both office spaces and luxury retail outlets.

51. Shum Yip Upperhills Tower 1

  • Height: 388.1 meters (1,273 ft)
  • Floors: 80 (+3 below ground)
  • Location: Shenzhen, China
  • Year Completed: 2020
  • Description: Shum Yip Upperhills Tower 1 is a premium office space in Shenzhen, featuring cutting-edge design and technology.

52. 30 Hudson Yards

  • Height: 387.1 meters (1,270 ft)
  • Floors: 73 (+1 below ground)
  • Location: New York City, United States
  • Year Completed: 2019
  • Description: 30 Hudson Yards is part of the Hudson Yards development in Manhattan and houses office spaces and an observation deck with views of the New York skyline.

53. Public Investment Fund Tower

  • Height: 385 meters (1,263 ft)
  • Floors: 72 (+4 below ground)
  • Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
  • Year Completed: 2021
  • Description: The PIF Tower is a modern skyscraper in Riyadh and serves as the headquarters for Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund.

54. Shun Hing Square

  • Height: 384 meters (1,260 ft)
  • Floors: 69 (+3 below ground)
  • Location: Shenzhen, China
  • Year Completed: 1996
  • Description: Shun Hing Square is one of the oldest skyscrapers in Shenzhen and is known for its striking steel frame and multi-functional office spaces.

55. Eton Place Dalian Tower 1

  • Height: 383.2 meters (1,257 ft)
  • Floors: 80 (+4 below ground)
  • Location: Dalian, China
  • Year Completed: 2016
  • Description: Eton Place Dalian Tower 1 is a mixed-use building providing office spaces, luxury apartments, and retail facilities in the heart of Dalian.

56. Autograph Tower

  • Height: 382.9 meters (1,256 ft)
  • Floors: 75 (+6 below ground)
  • Location: Jakarta, Indonesia
  • Year Completed: 2022
  • Description: The Autograph Tower is the tallest building in Indonesia and the Southern Hemisphere, featuring commercial spaces and luxury apartments.

57. Logan Century Center 1

  • Height: 381.3 meters (1,251 ft)
  • Floors: 82 (+4 below ground)
  • Location: Nanning, China
  • Year Completed: 2018
  • Description: The Logan Century Center is a significant commercial hub in Nanning, providing office spaces, retail facilities, and entertainment options.

58. Burj Mohammed bin Rashid

  • Height: 381.2 meters (1,251 ft)
  • Floors: 88 (+5 below ground)
  • Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
  • Year Completed: 2014
  • Description: Burj Mohammed bin Rashid is the tallest building in Abu Dhabi and features residential units, a shopping mall, and a hotel.

59. Empire State Building

  • Height: 381 meters (1,250 ft)
  • Floors: 102 (+1 below ground)
  • Location: New York City, United States
  • Year Completed: 1931
  • Description: The Empire State Building is an iconic symbol of New York City and was the worldโ€™s tallest building for over 40 years. It remains a popular tourist attraction with its observation decks.

60. Elite Residence

  • Height: 380.5 meters (1,248 ft)
  • Floors: 87 (+4 below ground)
  • Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Year Completed: 2012
  • Description: Elite Residence is a luxury residential building located in the Dubai Marina, offering stunning views of the Arabian Gulf and Dubaiโ€™s skyline.

61. Riverview Plaza

  • Height: 376 meters (1,234 ft)
  • Floors: 73 (+3 below ground)
  • Location: Wuhan, China
  • Year Completed: 2021
  • Description: Riverview Plaza is a major commercial development in Wuhan, housing offices, retail spaces, and entertainment venues.

62. Guangdong Business Center

  • Height: 376 meters (1,234 ft)
  • Floors: 60
  • Location: Guangzhou, China
  • Year Completion Expected: 2024
  • Description: Set to become a central business hub in Guangzhou, this tower will feature state-of-the-art office spaces and commercial facilities.

63. Dabaihui Plaza

  • Height: 375.6 meters (1,232 ft)
  • Floors: 70 (+4 below ground)
  • Location: Shenzhen, China
  • Year Completed: 2021
  • Description: The Dabaihui Plaza serves as a commercial and retail hub in Shenzhen, providing offices and shopping facilities in a modern high-rise.

64. Central Plaza

  • Height: 373.9 meters (1,227 ft)
  • Floors: 78 (+3 below ground)
  • Location: Hong Kong, China
  • Year Completed: 1992
  • Description: Central Plaza is an iconic part of the Hong Kong skyline, featuring offices and the worldโ€™s highest church located inside a skyscraper.

65. Federation Tower (East Tower)

  • Height: 373.7 meters (1,226 ft)
  • Floors: 93 (+4 below ground)
  • Location: Moscow, Russia
  • Year Completed: 2016
  • Description: Federation Tower is the tallest building in Moscow, offering premium office spaces and high-end residential units with views of the city.

66. Hengfeng Guiyang Center Tower 1

  • Height: 373.5 meters (1,225 ft)
  • Floors: 77 (+5 below ground)
  • Location: Guiyang, China
  • Year Completion Expected: N/A
  • Description: This tower is part of a mixed-use development in Guiyang, serving as a commercial and business center.

67. Dalian International Trade Center

  • Height: 370.2 meters (1,215 ft)
  • Floors: 86 (+7 below ground)
  • Location: Dalian, China
  • Year Completed: 2019
  • Description: The Dalian International Trade Center is a major commercial and financial hub in the city, featuring office spaces and retail centers.

68. Shanghai International Trade Center Tower 1

  • Height: 370 meters (1,214 ft)
  • Floors: 75
  • Location: Shanghai, China
  • Year Completion Expected: 2025
  • Description: Set to be a key part of Shanghaiโ€™s financial district, this tower will provide commercial and office spaces upon completion.

69. Address Boulevard

  • Height: 370 meters (1,214 ft)
  • Floors: 73 (+3 below ground)
  • Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Year Completed: 2017
  • Description: Address Boulevard is a luxury hotel and residential building located in Downtown Dubai, offering views of the Burj Khalifa and Dubai Fountain.

70. Haitian Center Tower 2

  • Height: 368.9 meters (1,210 ft)
  • Floors: 73 (+6 below ground)
  • Location: Qingdao, China
  • Year Completed: 2021
  • Description: Haitian Center Tower 2 is part of a larger mixed-use development in Qingdao, providing commercial spaces, luxury hotels, and residential units.

71. Golden Eagle Tiandi Tower A

  • Height: 368.1 meters (1,208 ft)
  • Floors: 77 (+4 below ground)
  • Location: Nanjing, China
  • Year Completed: 2019
  • Description: Golden Eagle Tiandi Tower A is part of a twin-tower development in Nanjing, featuring retail spaces, offices, and luxury residences.

72. Bank of China Tower

  • Height: 367.4 meters (1,205 ft)
  • Floors: 72 (+4 below ground)
  • Location: Hong Kong, China
  • Year Completed: 1990
  • Description: The Bank of China Tower is an iconic building in Hong Kong known for its triangular glass design, serving as the headquarters for the Bank of China.

73. Bank of America Tower

  • Height: 365.8 meters (1,200 ft)
  • Floors: 55 (+3 below ground)
  • Location: New York City, United States
  • Year Completed: 2009
  • Description: Bank of America Tower is an environmentally friendly skyscraper in Midtown Manhattan, offering office space with a focus on sustainability.

74. Ciel Tower

  • Height: 365.5 meters (1,199 ft)
  • Floors: 81
  • Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Year Completion Expected: 2024
  • Description: Ciel Tower will become the worldโ€™s tallest hotel upon completion, offering luxurious accommodations and views of the Arabian Gulf.

75. St. Regis Chicago

  • Height: 362.9 meters (1,191 ft)
  • Floors: 92 (+5 below ground)
  • Location: Chicago, United States
  • Year Completed: 2020
  • Description: St. Regis Chicago is the tallest building in the world designed by a woman, featuring residential units, a hotel, and dining options along the Chicago River.

76. Almas Tower

  • Height: 360 meters (1,180 ft)
  • Floors: 68 (+5 below ground)
  • Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Year Completed: 2008
  • Description: Almas Tower is located in the Jumeirah Lake Towers complex and is home to the Dubai Diamond Exchange, with office spaces for businesses.

77. Jinan Ping An Finance Center Tower 1

  • Height: 360 meters (1,180 ft)
  • Floors: 62 (+3 below ground)
  • Location: Jinan, China
  • Year Completed: 2023
  • Description: Jinan Ping An Finance Center Tower 1 is part of a financial complex in Jinan, providing office spaces for local and international businesses.

78. Huiyun Center

  • Height: 359.2 meters (1,178 ft)
  • Floors: 80
  • Location: Shenzhen, China
  • Year Completion Expected: 2023
  • Description: Huiyun Center is a modern skyscraper in Shenzhenโ€™s financial district, offering office and commercial spaces with cutting-edge design.

79. Hanking Center

  • Height: 358.9 meters (1,177 ft)
  • Floors: 65 (+5 below ground)
  • Location: Shenzhen, China
  • Year Completed: 2018
  • Description: Hanking Center is a commercial building in Shenzhen known for its innovative structural design, featuring a detached core system for earthquake resistance.

80. Greenland Group Suzhou Center

  • Height: 358 meters (1,175 ft)
  • Floors: 77 (+3 below ground)
  • Location: Suzhou, China
  • Year Completion Expected: 2024
  • Description: The Greenland Group Suzhou Center is a mixed-use development featuring residential, office, and retail spaces, with a modern, eco-friendly design.

81. Gevora Hotel

  • Height: 356.3 meters (1,169 ft)
  • Floors: 75 (+2 below ground)
  • Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Year Completed: 2017
  • Description: Gevora Hotel is currently the worldโ€™s second-tallest hotel, featuring luxury accommodations and dining experiences with views of Downtown Dubai.

82. Galaxy World Tower 1

  • Height: 356 meters (1,168 ft)
  • Floors: 71 (+5 below ground)
  • Location: Shenzhen, China
  • Year Completion Expected: 2023
  • Description: Galaxy World Tower 1 is part of the Galaxy World complex in Shenzhen, providing office and commercial spaces with cutting-edge amenities.

83. Galaxy World Tower 2

  • Height: 356 meters (1,168 ft)
  • Floors: 71 (+5 below ground)
  • Location: Shenzhen, China
  • Year Completion Expected: 2023
  • Description: Similar to Tower 1, Galaxy World Tower 2 is a high-rise commercial development in Shenzhen, contributing to the cityโ€™s rapidly growing skyline.

84. Il Primo Tower

  • Height: 356 meters (1,168 ft)
  • Floors: 79
  • Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Year Completed: 2022
  • Description: Il Primo Tower is a luxury residential building in Downtown Dubai, offering spacious apartments and amenities with views of the Burj Khalifa.

85. JW Marriott Marquis Dubai Tower 1

  • Height: 355.4 meters (1,166 ft)
  • Floors: 82 (+2 below ground)
  • Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Year Completed: 2012
  • Description: JW Marriott Marquis Dubai Tower 1 is part of the worldโ€™s tallest twin hotel tower complex, offering luxury accommodations and dining experiences.

86. JW Marriott Marquis Dubai Tower 2

  • Height: 355.4 meters (1,166 ft)
  • Floors: 82 (+2 below ground)
  • Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Year Completed: 2013
  • Description: The second tower in the JW Marriott Marquis Dubai complex, Tower 2 offers additional hotel accommodations and luxury services.

87. Emirates Office Tower

  • Height: 354.6 meters (1,163 ft)
  • Floors: 54
  • Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Year Completed: 2000
  • Description: Emirates Office Tower is part of the Emirates Towers complex in Dubai, offering premium office spaces in a sleek, modern design.

88. Raffles City Chongqing T3N

  • Height: 354.5 meters (1,163 ft)
  • Floors: 79 (+3 below ground)
  • Location: Chongqing, China
  • Year Completed: 2019
  • Description: Raffles City Chongqing T3N is part of the Raffles City complex, featuring residential, office, and retail spaces in a high-rise setting overlooking the Yangtze River.

89. Raffles City Chongqing T4N

  • Height: 354.5 meters (1,163 ft)
  • Floors: 74 (+3 below ground)
  • Location: Chongqing, China
  • Year Completed: 2019
  • Description: Similar to T3N, Raffles City Chongqing T4N provides mixed-use spaces and is a major part of Chongqingโ€™s waterfront skyline.

90. OKO โ€“ South Tower

  • Height: 354.2 meters (1,162 ft)
  • Floors: 90 (+2 below ground)
  • Location: Moscow, Russia
  • Year Completed: 2015
  • Description: OKO โ€“ South Tower is a major commercial and residential development in Moscow, featuring premium office spaces and luxury apartments.

91. The Marina Torch

  • Height: 352 meters (1,155 ft)
  • Floors: 86 (+4 below ground)
  • Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Year Completed: 2011
  • Description: The Marina Torch is one of Dubai Marinaโ€™s tallest residential towers, offering apartments with views of the Gulf and the city.

92. Central Bank of the Republic of Turkey

  • Height: 352 meters (1,155 ft)
  • Floors: 59
  • Location: Istanbul, Turkey
  • Year Completion Expected: 2024
  • Description: The Central Bank of Turkey will become the tallest building in Istanbul, serving as the headquarters for the countryโ€™s central banking operations.

93. Forum 66 Tower 1

  • Height: 350.6 meters (1,150 ft)
  • Floors: 68 (+4 below ground)
  • Location: Shenyang, China
  • Year Completed: 2015
  • Description: Forum 66 Tower 1 is a commercial and office development in Shenyang, featuring luxury retail spaces and premium office suites.

94. The Pinnacle

  • Height: 350.3 meters (1,149 ft)
  • Floors: 60 (+6 below ground)
  • Location: Guangzhou, China
  • Year Completed: 2012
  • Description: The Pinnacle is a prominent skyscraper in Guangzhou, offering office spaces and corporate suites in a modern, eco-friendly structure.

95. Xi’an Glory International Financial Center

  • Height: 350 meters (1,148 ft)
  • Floors: 75 (+4 below ground)
  • Location: Xi’an, China
  • Year Completed: 2021
  • Description: The tallest building in Xiโ€™an, this tower is part of the city’s growing financial district, offering high-end office and commercial spaces.
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