Burj Khalifa becomes the world's most popular tourist attraction

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Burj Khalifa is one of the world's most remarkable and tallest structures, located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Officially opened in January 2010, it became a true icon not only of Dubai but also of global tourism. According to information published on the Switch On Business portal, Burj Khalifa has been recognised as the most popular tourist attraction on the planet. It welcomes 17 million visitors each year, bringing in annual admission ticket revenue of 621 million dollars.

In 2023, Burj Khalifa was associated with more than 22 million Google searches and received more than 40 000 reviews. The tower is also popular on social media, with particularly many videos featuring it on TikTok.

Burj Khalifa's total height is around 828 metres. It rises above Dubai's skyline and serves as a hub for various commercial and entertainment functions.

Burj Khalifa's best-known feature is its observation decks. The highest of these, “At The Top SKY”, is on the 148th floor and offers a breathtaking view of the city and desert. Other observation decks, such as “At The Top” on the 124th floor, are also very popular with tourists.

The Taj Mahal and Niagara Falls take second and third place, respectively, in the list of the most popular attractions