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02/01/2015

EMAAR TO SHOWCASE GUINNESS WORLD RECORD-WINNING LED PROJECTION ON BURJ KHALIFA UNTIL JAN. 9 2015

The Guinness World Record winning LED illumination on Burj Khalifa façade will continue through January 9, 2015
01/01/2015

DUBAI USHERS IN 2015 WITH WORLD’S MOST-WATCHED NEW YEAR’S EVE SPECTACLE BY EMAAR IN DOWNTOWN DUBAI

At the top, Burj Khalifa, the world's highest observation deck with an outdoor terrace, has defined its credentials as one of Dubai's most popular tourist attractions, welcoming over 1.87 million visitors in 2013.
14/10/2014

New ‘At the Top, Burj Khalifa SKY’ at 555 metres (1,821 ft) high clinches another Guinness World Records title for Dubai

At 555 metres (1,821 ft) high, Dubai today clinched its newest Guinness World Records title. And with it, Emaar Properties, the developer of Burj Khalifa, has unveiled a one-of-its-kind, must-experience journey for every individual to the highest man-made vantage point on earth.
04/02/2014

At the Top, Burj Khalifa enhances visitor experience with Audio Guided Tour

At the Top, Burj Khalifa, the world’s highest observatory deck with an outdoor terrace, has launched an Audio Guided Tour, for visitors to gain vivid insights into the story behind the making of the world’s tallest building.
03/02/2014

At the Top, Burj Khalifa, Dubai's most visited tourist attraction, welcomes over 1.87 million visitors in 2013

At the top, Burj Khalifa, the world's highest observation deck with an outdoor terrace, has defined its credentials as one of Dubai's most popular tourist attractions, welcoming over 1.87 million visitors in 2013.
04/01/2014

At the Top, Burj Khalifa hosts children from Dubai Autism Centre as part of 4th anniversary celebrations

At the Top, Burj Khalifa, the world’s highest observatory deck with an outdoor terrace, hosted children from Dubai Autism Centre, during its fourth anniversary celebrations.
16/11/2013

Mohammed Bin Rashid Boulevard goes wireless

Visitors to Downtown Dubai, the flagship mega-development of Emaar Properties described as ‘The Centre of Now,’ can now enjoy free wireless connectivity across the entire 3.5 km long Mohammed Bin Rashid Boulevard, the bustling heart of the community.
17/07/2013

Emaar hosts children from Beit Al Kheir at its leisure attractions in the spirit of Ramadan

In the spirit of solidarity and camaraderie of the Holy Month of Ramadan, global property developer Emaar Properties PJSC hosted children from Beit Al Kheir Society across its leisure attractions.
26/06/2013

Friends of Cancer Patients celebrates patients’ fortitude ‘At the Top, Burj Khalifa

The Friends of Cancer Patients charitable society (FoCP) brightened the day for 60 cancer patients as they were taken to visit At the Top, Burj Khalifa, the world’s highest observatory deck with an outdoor terrace, located on Level 124 of Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building.
24/06/2013

Google’s Street View Brings Iconic Burj Khalifa to Google Maps

Google announced today the launch of 360-degree street view imagery for the iconic Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world; dubbed the “Vertical City”. The launch marks the first skyscraper to join Google’s global Street View collections. It is also the first time the technology has been deployed in the Arab World.
04/06/2013

Begin your day in a Zen-like state with Yoga at At the Top, Burj Khalifa

For health buffs looking to start their morning in a state of Zen, At the Top, Burj Khalifa, the world’s highest observatory deck with an outdoor terrace, is hosting ‘Yoga At the Top,’ a unique fitness concept aimed at promoting physical wellbeing.

20/03/2013

The Dubai Fountain Lake Ride, a memorable abra tour on Burj Lake, is newest attraction in Downtown Dubai

The Dubai Fountain Lake Ride is the latest addition to an array of memorable leisure experiences within Downtown Dubai, the flagship mega-development of Emaar Properties. For the first time, visitors have the opportunity to navigate the 30-acre Burj Lake, which is home to one of Dubai’s must-visit tourist attractions, The Dubai Fountain, the world’s tallest performing fountain.

13/03/2013

At the Top, Burj Khalifa hosts senior citizens from ‘Community Center for Elderly in Dubai’

At the Top, Burj Khalifa,the world’s highest observatory deck with an outdoor terrace, located on Level 124 of Burj Khalifa, hosted a group of senior citizens from the ‘Community Center for Elderly in Dubai,’ in collaboration with the Dubai Health Authority (DHA).

29/01/2013

Is This The Greatest Image On Earth?

2.5 GigaPixel 360 Panorama Gives ‘Cruise-eye view’ from the pinnacle of the world’s tallest building.
22/01/2013

Dubai Cares fundraising efforts reach new heights with “Burj of Giving”

Twenty miniature Burj Khalifa structures painted by eminent Emirati artists sold to support Dubai Cares primary education programs.
01/01/2013

Spectacular countdown celebration marks Downtown Dubai New Year’s Eve Gala attracting over 1 million visitors

The iconic New Year’s Eve Gala in Downtown Dubai, the most prestigious square kilometre on earth, set an impressive global milestone as one of the world’s most attended single events, attracting more than 1 million people from across the globe, with a 35-minute long spectacular countdown celebration.

28/11/2012

High point of UAE civic pride as Burj Khalifa illuminates to national flag colours

A symbol of UAE’s civic pride, Burj Khalifa is saluting the nation’s visionary leadership and the spirit of solidarity that marks the 41st National Day celebration, with a spectacular illumination of the global icon featuring the colours of the national flag on the façade of the tower’s uppermost levels, until December 7.
17/09/2012

Art reaches new heights at At the Top, Burj Khalifa

An architectural masterpiece and home to an exquisite collection of artworks by global artists, Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building, has now inspired Emirati artist, Hamad Al Falasi, to present a creative interpretation of what the tower means to him.
17/09/2012

At the Top, Burj Khalifa to open for sunrise views this Eid Al Adha

At the Top, Burj Khalifa, the world’s highest observatory deck located on Level 124 of Burj Khalifa, will mark Eid Al Adha celebrations under the Dubai Events & Promotions Establishment (DEPE) initiative, offering visitors 24-hour access, during three consecutive weekends until November 3, 2012.
19/07/2012

Mark the Holy Month of Ramadan at At the Top, Burj Khalifa

This summer, revel in the spirit of solidarity of the Holy Month of Ramadan at At the Top, Burj Khalifa, the world’s highest observatory deck with an outdoor terrace.
04/04/2012

Children from Awqaf & Minors Affairs Foundation tour At the Top, Burj Khalifa

Fifty Three children from the Awqaf & Minors Affairs Foundation (AMAF) toured At the Top, Burj Khalifa, the world’s highest observation terrace with an outdoor deck.
08/03/2012

World-renowned authors tour At the Top, Burj Khalifa

Several world-renowned authors who are in Dubai to take part in the city’s prestigious literary event, the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature, toured At the Top, Burj Khalifa, the world’s highest observatory deck with an outdoor terrace, located on Level 124 of Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building.
19/02/2012

Children from Al Ain Centre for Care & Rehabilitation tour At the Top, Burj Khalifa

Children from Al Ain Centre for Care & Rehabilitation toured At the Top, Burj Khalifa, the world’s highest observation deck with an outdoor terrace, as part of an educational trip to enhance the children’s abilities and educate them about one of the world’s most iconic structures.
01/01/2012

Dubai heralds in 2012 with dazzling fireworks display in Downtown Dubai

Brilliantly draping Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building, in the colours of the UAE National flag, Dubai ushered in the New Year with a breathtaking display of fireworks that captivated the world and was attended by hundreds of thousands of visitors.
16/06/2011

Step in to a zone of relaxed luxury at Burj Khalifa's elegantly designed 'Sky Lobbies'

Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building developed by Emaar Properties, is redefining the aesthetics and luxurious comfort of everyday living through its sky lobbies, specially designed public spaces that offer residents and visitors a relaxed lifestyle experience.

25/05/2011

Emaar Properties and the LEGO group to launch Burj Khalifa architecture series model on May 25, 2011

Emaar Properties has joined hands with the LEGO® Group to unveil the Architecture Series model of Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building. The unveiling celebrates the launch of the Burj Khalifa as a set in the LEGO Architecture series.
29/03/2011

'Spiderman' scales Burj Khalifa

Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building developed by Emaar Properties PJSC, set a date with history, as Alain Robert, dubbed as the ‘French Spiderman,’ scaled the exterior of the tower in a record-clinching feat on Monday, March 28, 2011.
20/01/2011

Now take home a Burj Khalifa gold souvenir purchased At the Top, Burj Khalifa

Make your visit to At the Top, Burj Khalifa, the world’s highest observation deck with an outdoor terrace, even more remarkable and memorable. Visitors now have the option of buying gold bars emblazoned the inimitable logo of Burj Khalifa that can be purchased through Dubai’s first ‘Gold to Go’ vending machines that have been set up at the most popular tourist destination in Dubai.
06/01/2011

Month-long festivities to mark 'At the Top, Burj Khalifa' first anniversary

One of the world’s most popular tourism destinations, At the Top, located in Level 124 of Burj Khalifa, is celebrating its first anniversary with an array of promotional activities that will pamper visitors with a wide range of exciting gifts.

23/02/2010

Burj Khalifa readies to welcome first residents

Dubai, UAE: Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building developed by Emaar Properties, is readying to welcome its first residents with the orientation programme for home-owners of Armani Residences, located on levels 9 to 16 of the tower, currently ongoing.
06/01/2010

At the Top opens to overwhelming public response

Dubai, UAE: At the Top, the world’s highest outdoor observation deck located in Burj Khalifa, has opened to an overwhelming public response.Hundreds of people, mostly families, queued up for tickets to Level 124 of Burj Khalifa – and the chance of being among the first to experience its stunning views across the city.
06/01/2010

Fazza Sky Team sets new world record for highest BASE jump from Burj Khalifa

Dubai, UAE: UAE national Nasser Al Neyadi, representing Fazza Sky Team, set a new world record for the highest BASE jump executed from a building by sailing down safely on a parachute from Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building developed by Emaar Properties. He was accompanied by Omar Alhegelan, his BASE and skydiving trainer.
31/12/2009

Public invited to watch Burj Dubai inauguration from Burj Park Island

Dubai, UAE: Members of the public will be able to watch the inauguration of Burj Dubai on January 4, 2010 from the adjacent Burj Park Island. The 29,000 sq m park is set on Burj Dubai Lake and will be a spectacular new leisure attraction in Downtown Burj Dubai, the 500-acre ‘mega project’ developed by Emaar Properties and anchored by Burj Dubai, the world’s tallest building.
31/12/2009

Burj Dubai to welcome first residents from February 2010 onwards

Dubai, UAE: Burj Dubai, the world’s tallest building by Emaar Properties, will receive its first residents as early as February 2010. They will be the first of over 12,000 people who will live and work in the mixed-use tower comprising luxurious apartments, prime office space and the world’s first Armani Hotel, amongst other modern lifestyle amenities.
30/12/2009

New Burj Dubai website opens door to life inside the world’s first ‘Vertical City’

Dubai, UAE: Emaar Properties, the developer of Burj Dubai, has unveiled a comprehensive new website dedicated to the world’s tallest building at www.burjkhalifa.ae.The interactive portal provides a fascinating in-depth introduction to every aspect of life, work and leisure inside the world’s first ‘Vertical City.’
30/12/2009

‘Vertical travel’ within Burj Dubai in the world’s highest elevators

Dubai, UAE: Call it vertical travel with a difference. Burj Dubai, the world’s tallest building by Emaar Properties, set to be inaugurated on January 4, 2010 to mark the fourth anniversary of the Accession Day of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum as the Ruler of Dubai, is setting new trends as well as world records in elevator and escalator installation and operation.
24/12/2009

Burj Dubai by the numbers

Dubai, UAE: When the world’s tallest building is inaugurated on January 4, 2010, by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President & Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, the record books will brace themselves to receive a flood of new entries. At over 800 metres and with more than 160 floors, here are some of the essential numbers associated with the world’s tallest building..
20/12/2009

An 11-hectare green oasis envelops the foot of Burj Dubai

Dubai, UAE: The world’s tallest building has a heart of green. Burj Dubai, the world’s tallest building by Emaar Properties set to be inaugurated on January 4, 2010, stands tall amidst The Park, an 11-hectare green oasis that surrounds the foot of the tower. The Park has six spectacular water features, lush green gardens and colourful flowering trees.
01/10/2009

Burj Dubai's exterior is now complete

Dubai, UAE, October 1, 2009: Exterior cladding for Burj Dubai, the world’s tallest building being developed by Emaar Properties PJSC, is now complete. The tower has accomplished a world record for the highest installation of an aluminium and glass façade. The total weight of aluminium used on Burj Dubai is equivalent to that of five A380 aircraft and the total length of stainless steel bull nose fins is 293 times the height of Eiffel Tower in Paris.
30/12/2008

Burj Dubai is now over 780 metres and climbing…

Burj Dubai, the world's tallest building developed by Emaar Properties, set several global milestones in high-rise construction in 2008, an epoch-making year for the tower. On course to open in 2009, Burj Dubai has reached a record 780 metres (2,559 ft) height, and has over 160 storeys, the most number of floors in any building.
13/10/2008

Emaar Properties signs deal with Kraken Opus for exclusive Burj Dubai publications

Emaar Properties has signed an exclusive publishing contract with Kraken Opus, a leading publisher recognised for luxury publications on epic subjects in an epic scale, to create the Burj Dubai Opus, a definitive account charting the creation of the iconic tower.
01/09/2008

Burj Dubai now a record 688 meters tall and continues to rise

Burj Dubai, the iconic tower being developed by Emaar Properties PJSC, has reached a new record height of 688 meters (2,257.2 ft). The tower became the world’s tallest after surpassing North Dakota, USA’s KVLY-TV mast (628.8 metres; 2,063 ft) in April 2008. Currently at over 160 storeys, the tower also has the largest number of floors in any building.
17/06/2008

Emaar increases height of Burj Dubai; completion in September 2009

Burj Dubai, the world’s tallest building being developed by Emaar Properties PJSC, will be taller than previously envisaged, with height enhancement work already in progress. Construction of the two communication floors is ongoing and structural steel work has started. The final height of Burj Dubai will be revealed only on its completion in September 2009.
05/02/2008

Burj Dubai completes 50 per cent cladding work

Burj Dubai, the world’s tallest building being developed by Emaar Properties PJSC, has completed 50 per cent of its cladding work that is undertaken on an accelerated schedule by Arabian Aluminium Company. More than 12,000 panels covering an area of over 50,000 sq m has been installed on the tower, which is now the world’s tallest free-standing structure. Burj Dubai is now 604.9 metres high. The final height and number of levels have not been revealed.
28/10/2007

Emaar Properties unveils luxury Armani Residences in Burj Dubai

Emaar Properties, the Dubai-based global property developer with a significant presence in 36 markets, has unveiled the Armani Residences, a luxury collection of homes in Burj Dubai, the tallest building in the world. Designed by Giorgio Armani, one of the world’s fashion icons, the 144 private residences offer a unique lifestyle experience.
13/09/2007

Burj Dubai scales 150 storeys and is the world’s tallest free-standing structure

Burj Dubai, the world’s tallest building developed by Emaar Properties, has now surpassed the height of the world’s tallest free-standing structure, CN Tower in Toronto.
01/07/2007

Emaar Properties wins global awards for innovative technology application

Emaar Properties, the Dubai-based property developer with a significant presence in 16 countries globally, has won two awards at the 9th annual RealComm Digie Awards (Commercial Real Estate Digital Innovation Awards), which recognises industry innovators who work to transform real estate companies into digital models.
21/06/2007

Burj Dubai reaches a record high

Today the world has a new global landmark - Burj Dubai. At 512.1 metres (1,680 ft), Burj Dubai, developed by Emaar Properties, is the tallest building in the world. The achievement once again puts Dubai in the international spotlight and underlines Emaar’s arrival as a global developer.
07/04/2007

Burj Dubai sets global record with 120 levels

Burj Dubai, already the tallest structure in the Middle East and Europe, has set a new global record for having more floors than any building in the world. Currently, at 120 storeys and 422.5 metres high, the iconic building developed by Emaar Properties is also one of the five tallest structures in the world.
03/03/2007

At 110 levels, Burj Dubai is now the tallest structure in the Middle East and Europe

Burj Dubai, the iconic super-tower of Emaar Properties, is now the tallest structure in the Middle East and Europe. At 110 levels and 380 metres high, Burj Dubai shares the honour of having the largest number of floors in any building in the world, alongside Sears Tower in Chicago. At the current height, the tower is also the world’s ninth tallest building.
21/02/2007

Emaar showcases Burj Dubai at International Conference on Architectural Conservation

Emaar Properties highlighted its iconic Burj Dubai tower at the recent Architectural Conservation Conference and Exhibition organised by Dubai Municipality and Index.
16/01/2007

Emaar’s Burj Dubai is now 100 storeys high

Burj Dubai, the iconic tower being built by Emaar Properties, has joined the league of only six super-tall buildings in the world that are 100 or more storeys high. On its way to becoming the world’s tallest tower, Burj Dubai is now 347.3 metres high.
16/12/2006

Burj Dubai is 95 levels high

Towering glory: Burj Dubai, the architectural pride of Dubai and the centerpiece of Emaar’s Downtown Burj Dubai development, has now reached 95 levels. Billed to be the tallest tower in the world, Burj Dubai employs the latest advances in engineering technology to complete the project on-schedule.
31/10/2006

Burj Dubai rises to 80 levels

With 2,400 workers daily on-site, Burj Dubai, the super tower developed by Emaar Properties, completed 80 levels today rising to a height of 277 metres. The iconic structure, at the heart of the AED 73 billion (US$20 billion) Downtown Burj Dubai, is billed to be the world’s tallest tower when completed in 2008.
05/09/2006

Level Seventy and Climbing

Burj Dubai, the iconic super tower developed by Emaar Properties at the epicenter of its Downtown Burj Dubai, scaled 70 levels today. Anchoring the 500-acre AED 73 billion (US$20 billion) mixed-use development, the super tower is billed to be the world’s tallest when completed on schedule in 2008.
20/06/2006

Emaar’s iconic Burj Dubai scales Level 50

Global real estate major Emaar Properties marked a milestone in its historic quest to build the world’s tallest tower as the AED 3.673 billion (US$1 billion) Burj Dubai scaled 50 levels today.
01/05/2006

ULI Delegation visits Burj Dubai

Emaar Properties held an exclusive tour of the Burj Dubai development yesterday for members of the Urban Land Institute (ULI), an international nonprofit research and education organization of land use and real estate professionals, who were recently in Dubai on a discovery tour to highlight the city’s outstanding achievements in architecture and development.
16/04/2006

Emaar exhibits Burj Dubai at Armani/Teatro in Milan

Emaar Properties PJSC, the world’s number one property developer, recently took part in Wallpaper’s Global Edit 10th anniversary exhibition along with Giorgio Armani, renowned architect Zaha Hadid and a host of design talent from 10 countries worldwide.
06/12/2005

Giorgio Armani tours Armani Hotel site at the Burj Dubai

Emaar Properties’ iconic Burj Dubai development received its most high profile visitor to date when celebrated Italian fashion designer Giorgio Armani was given a personal tour by Emaar’s Chairman Mohamed Ali Alabbar on Sunday, December 4. The Burj Dubai, which is anticipated to be the tallest tower in the world when completed in 2008, will feature one of the world’s first Armani Hotels.
08/10/2005

Emaar signs AED 3.216 billion Burj Dubai construction deal with Korean construction giant Samsung

Emaar, the world’s Number one real estate developer in terms of market capitalisation, today signed a landmark AED 3.216 billion deal to officially appoint Samsung Corporation as the main contractor for the Burj Dubai, the world’s tallest structure.
31/08/2005

Burj Dubai’s climb to Floor Five lays foundation for global chain of Armani hotels

Emaar Properties today announced that Burj Dubai, its iconic ‘super’ tower, had reached a key construction stage which will see the developer move to the next phase and incorporate the signature first Armani Hotel into the building. Progress on the building has been rapid in recent weeks as it has climbed to its current five-storey height – the first level for the luxury Armani Hotel guest rooms.
17/04/2005

Burj Dubai begins to rise

Burj Dubai, Emaar Properties’ iconic building, started its ascent yesterday (April 16) following the pouring for the sheer walls of the core which will hold the superstructure of the world’s tallest tower.
15/12/2004

Malaysian PM Badawi visits Burj Dubai site

Malaysia’s Prime Minister Datuk Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi and his accompanying delegation visited Emaar Properties’ Burj Dubai Development last evening and was briefed on the progress of Emaar’s iconic urban development, which includes the Burj Dubai, the world’s tallest tower.
08/12/2004

Emaar awards Burj Dubai Tower contract to Samsung Corporation

Emaar Properties today announced that Samsung Corporation, the Korean group, has been appointed the main contractor for its iconic Burj Dubai tower. The signature concrete and steel Tower is set to become the tallest structure in the world and will be the centerpiece of Emaar’s prestigious Downtown Dubai development.
20/09/2004

HH Sheikh Mohammed views development of Emaar’s iconic Burj Dubai tower

His Highness General Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and UAE Minister of Defence today witnessed the pouring of cement for the iconic Burj Dubai, following his visit to Emaar Properties’ landmark tower which will be the architectural milestone designed as the epicenter of the fast growing Downtown Dubai.
12/05/2004

Emaar to soon announce general contractor for Burj Dubai

Emaar Properties will soon announce the general contractor to build the Burj Dubai, the world’s tallest tower, which is designed by Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM), with Turner Construction as the project’s construction managers.
08/03/2004

EMAAR to showcase Burj Dubai at Cannes exhibition

EMAAR Properties today announced it will showcase Burj Dubai, the world’s tallest tower, and its other master-planned developments at the MIPIM exhibition which will take place in Cannes, France early next month.
24/02/2003

Dubai to build World’s Tallest Tower

EMAAR Properties PJSC, the leading real-estate company in the region, announced today that it is to construct the world’s tallest tower and set yet another record for the fast growing Emirate of Dubai.
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