The Burj Khalifa in Dubai is the tallest building in the world at 828 meters (2,717 feet).

The Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH) recognizes the Burj Khalifa as the world's tallest building since its completion in 2010. It measures 828 meters to its architectural top, surpassing the previous record holder Taipei 101 by 318 meters — a 62% height increase. The building has held this title continuously for over 14 years as of 2024.