The construction of the Burj Khalifa took approximately 6 years, starting in January 2004 and officially opening in January 2010. The exterior of the building was completed in 2009, with some interior finishing still underway at the time of the opening. During construction, the Burj Khalifa reached significant milestones such as surpassing other tall buildings and completing various levels at a rapid pace. The project involved intense engineering techniques and about 22 million man-hours of work.
Key Construction Timeline:
- Excavation began in January 2004.
- Structural work started rising in March 2005.
- Reached level 50 by June 2006.
- Surpassed Taipei 101 as the world's tallest building in July 2007.
- Exterior cladding completed in September 2009.
- Official opening took place on January 4, 2010.
The building is a marvel of engineering and architectural design, incorporating advanced techniques and materials to withstand extreme environmental conditions while achieving record-breaking height.
