1 / 101. Burj Khalifa, Dubai (UAE) – 828 m | The Burj Khalifa remains the world’s tallest structure at 828 metres, with 163 floors offering unmatched views of Dubai’s futuristic skyline. (Image: Canva)
2 / 102. Merdeka 118, Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia) – 679 m | Soaring 679 metres, Merdeka 118 is Malaysia’s crown jewel, featuring a striking faceted design inspired by local culture and national identity. (Image: Wikimedia Commons)
3 / 103. Shanghai Tower, Shanghai (China) – 632 m | The Shanghai Tower stands at 632 metres and is known for its spiral shape, sustainable design and impressive double-layer façade that reduces wind pressure. (Image: Canva)
4 / 104. Makkah Royal Clock Tower, Mecca (Saudi Arabia) – 601 m | At 601 metres, the Makkah Royal Clock Tower dominates the skyline near the Grand Mosque and features one of the largest clock faces in the world.
5 / 105. Ping An Finance Centre, Shenzhen (China) – 599 m | The Ping An Finance Centre, rising 599 metres, symbolises Shenzhen’s rapid economic growth with its sleek stainless-steel finish and sharp, modern silhouette. (Image: Wikimedia Commons)
6 / 106. Lotte World Tower, Seoul (South Korea) – 555 m | Seoul’s Lotte World Tower reaches 555 metres and blends luxury living, retail, workspaces and a sky-high observation deck overlooking the capital. (Image: Canva)
7 / 107. One World Trade Centre, New York (USA) – 541 m | At 541 metres, One World Trade Centre stands as a symbol of resilience and renewal, anchoring the rebuilt Lower Manhattan skyline. (Image: Canva)
8 / 108. Guangzhou CTF Finance Centre, Guangzhou (China) – 530 m | The Guangzhou CTF Finance Centre reaches 530 metres and is known for its high-speed elevators and mixed-use spaces. (Image: KPF)
9 / 109. Tianjin CTF Finance Centre, Tianjin (China) – 530 m | Also standing 530 metres, the Tianjin CTF Finance Centre features smooth curves and a glass exterior designed to minimise wind resistance. (Image: Wikimedia Commons)
10 / 1010. CITIC Tower, Beijing (China) – 528 m | The CITIC Tower, at 528 metres, is Beijing’s tallest building and draws inspiration from the traditional Chinese “zun” vessel with its flared top and tapered waist. (Image: KPF)
