Burj Khalifa: Tallest Building in Dubai

At more than half a mile high, the Burj Khalifa in Dubai is the tallest building ever constructed. This film reveals the extraordinary engineering that made such a skyscraper possible, from its foundations to its soaring peak. It explores the challenges of wind, weight and logistics that engineers had to overcome. Impressive and detailed, it is a fascinating look at a record-breaking feat of modern construction. Free to watch in HD on Dr Documentary.

Courtesy of National Geographic on YouTube. Watch on YouTube ↗

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