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Floor 124 of Burj Dubai to be Open to Tourists |
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09.23.2009 |
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DUBAI — Tourists will have “breath-taking and surreal” views of Dubai from the world’s tallest building.
There will be an observation deck on the 818-metre Burj Dubai, on the 124th floor of the 160-floor building, officials have announced.
In addition to a 360-degree glass observation deck, an open-air balcony will also be available for those who have no fear of heights.
“The views are breathtaking and surreal,” Thomas Dempsey, General Manager of the Burj Dubai, told Khaleej Times. “You can see the entire city like a postcard, which makes you realise that Burj Dubai is truly symbolic of human achievement and what mankind can do with teamwork and commitment.”
Shaun Killa, a Dubai architect and member of the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat, said that observation decks were the most important part of any giant skyscraper, citing those on the New York’s Empire State Building and the Taipei as central to their appeal.
“It is imperative to have an observation deck on super tall towers,” said Killa. “Almost all tourists visiting Dubai will want to go to the top.”
It is not clear whether the observation deck on the Burj Dubai will be the highest in the world.
Currently, the highest is on the 100th floor of the Shanghai World Financial Centre, at 474 metres on the 492-metre building. The second highest is on the 147th floor of Toronto’s CN Tower, at 446 metres on the 553 metre building.
Those who seek to ascend to the observation deck of the Burj Dubai will first go through a 10-part exhibition that will show how the building was made.
Visitor will travel 65 metres along a travelator from Dubai Mall to the Burj Dubai, in which they will learn about the history of the city and of the project.
Following that, guests will board a super-fast, double-level elevator from the lobby area, and will reach the 124th floor in just 60 seconds.
The exact opening date of the Burj Dubai has remained a closely guarded secret since the project was delayed from opening this month. However, many have speculated that the opening could coincide with UAE National Day on December 2.
A statement from developer Emaar on Tuesday said that the building would open “this year”.
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Source:www.khaleejtimes.com |
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