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When Lieutenant Al Shehhi Ahmed sporting his Emirati dress (kandura) stood on the ramp of Burj Khalifa in Dubai, he felt an overwhelming sense of pride. For the 36-year-old pilot, this was not ...
From the base of the building to the very top—which includes a spire and antenna—the Burj Khalifa is 2,722 feet, or a little over a half of a mile. Still, this wasn’t always the case.
Burj Khalifa was the iconic stage for 31 of the world's best Base jumpers to record more than 400 heart-stopping jumps as they hurtled down and then ‘flew’ before opening up parachutes to land ...
The video showcases a platform suspended from the Burj Khalifa, marked with "Exit 139 Burj Khalifa Base Jump." This intriguing setup highlights the unique experience of base jumping from one of ...
The event, which took place on the second day of the Dubai Run Aerial Display, saw 31 of the world's best BASE jumpers complete their 'dream jump' from Burj Khalifa. The event, which aimed to ...
Having started her base jumping journey in 2009, Mancino has soared from some of the world's most daring locations, including the Princess Tower in Dubai. However, the Burj Khalifa held a special ...
Once upon a time (not so long ago), the Burj Khalifa was just concrete under construction - a very different sight from today ...
Given it’s located in the world’s tallest building, it should come as no surprise that the Burj Khalifa penthouse is ... the Empire State Building from base to tip, and includes floor-to ...
Planning your next trip? Here are a few top activities to do near the Burj Khalifa. Who knew dancing water could be this enchanting to watch? Near the base of the Burj Khalifa, you’ll find the Dubai ...
Donald Roy Pettit's photograph of Burj Khalifa went viral in no time. NASA astronaut Donald Roy Pettit has shared a breathtaking picture of Dubai's Burj Khalifa, the tallest structure in the world ...