Kuwait will soon be home to the “world’s tallest tower” – the Burj Mubarak.
The one-kilometre tall tower will be the main attraction of Kuwait’s Madinat Al Hareer or Silk City, and will be constructed at the centre of the city. Madinat Al Hareer is reportedly expected to be completed by 2023.
The Burj Mubarak megaproject, on the other hand, is estimated to take about 25 years to be completed, and will be made from three interlocking, twisting structures to protect it from 150 mph winds and resulting vibrations, according to another report by Business Insider.
The height of the skyscraper is also reportedly an “intentional tribute to the all-time famous folk tales’ collection 1001 Arabian Nights.”
Burj Mubarak will comprise of 234 floors, and will hold the capacity to accommodate 7,000 people.
“It would be the tallest building in Kuwait, and it is safe to say that its planned height surpasses that of the world’s current tallest building – Burj Khalifa in Dubai (828 meters). However, it is not the world’s tallest under-construction building at this moment,” the report said.
In addition, the tower will also consist of seven vertical villages which will include hotels, residences, offices as well as entertainment amenities.
According to estimates, the investment in the city will amount to KD 25 billion and have a positive impact on the national economy by diversifying income streams.
It is expected to create 430,000 jobs for locals, and provide investment opportunities for both local and foreign investors.
The project will involve a strategic partnership between public and private sectors, and contribute to the architectural boom. The city will be designed to accommodate over 700,000 people.
According to real estate company Tamdeen Group, Madinat Al Hareer will have “four distinct quarters each with its own city centre. Finance City, Leisure City, Ecological City and Residential City are designed to provide the highest of global standards with a special focus on educational and cultural amenities culminating in a truly integrated solution for this modern community.”
