The Burj Khalifa is a skyscraper in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It is the tallest tower in the world and one of the top attractions to visit in Dubai. The building is 828 meters (2,717 feet) tall and has been the tallest structure and building in the world since its topping out in 2009. Truly a feat of engineering, the building represents the conceptual heart and soul of the city of Dubai.