The World’s Most Astounding Skyscrapers

By All That's Interesting | Edited By Savannah Cox
Published November 9, 2012
Updated January 8, 2018

Infinity Tower (Dubai)

Still currently under construction (although now with all 76 floors completed), work on the Infinity Tower began in February 2006, but suffered delays after the site was flooded.  At 330 m (1,080 ft) it is much taller that the Turning Torso in Sweden, which also has a 90-degree twist.

Infinity Tower Dubai

ADNEC’s Capital Gate (Abu Dhabi)

Adnec’s 160m (520 ft) and 35 story tall Capital Gate not only holds the record of  “World’s furthest leaning man-made tower”, but is also the first building in the Middle East to use a custom designed diagrid.  Because of its 18-degree incline, the steel and concrete reinforced core was built off-center and is secured to the foundations by 490 piles buried 0–30 meters (65-100 ft) underground.

ADNEC Capital Gate Skyscrapers

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All That's Interesting
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All That's Interesting
Established in 2010, All That's Interesting brings together a dedicated staff of digital publishing veterans and subject-level experts in history, true crime, and science. From the lesser-known byways of human history to the uncharted corners of the world, we seek out stories that bring our past, present, and future to life. Privately-owned since its founding, All That's Interesting maintains a commitment to unbiased reporting while taking great care in fact-checking and research to ensure that we meet the highest standards of accuracy.
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Savannah Cox
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Savannah Cox
Savannah Cox holds a Master's in International Affairs from The New School as well as a PhD from the University of California, Berkeley, and now serves as an Assistant Professor at the University of Sheffield. Her work as a writer has also appeared on DNAinfo.
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