Burj Al Arab
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Country: United Arab Emirates
Description:
The Burj al-Arab (Tower of the Arabs) is a luxury hotel located in Dubai. It is the third tallest hotel in the world; however, 39% of its total height is made up of non-occupiable space. Burj Al Arab stands on an artificial island 280 m (920 ft) from Jumeirah beach and is connected to the mainland by a private curving bridge. The shape of the structure is designed to mimic the sail of a ship. It has a helipad near the roof at a height of 210 m (689 ft) above ground. [More Details]
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