Burj al-Arab, High-rise hotel in Dubai
The Burj Al Arab, designed by architect Tom Wright, is a luxury hotel located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Established in 1999, the Burj Al Arab is a significant landmark of modern UAE history.
The design of the Burj Al Arab symbolizes an aspect of Dubai's culture and progress, as it's made to resemble the sail of a traditional Arabian dhow.
The Burj Al Arab houses several restaurants, offering magnificent views of the city and the Persian Gulf.
Considered one of the most luxurious hotels in the world, the Burj al Arab holds the unofficial rating of '7 Stars'.
Location: Dubai
Inception: 1999
Architect: Tom Wright
Official opening: December 1, 1999
Architectural style: high-tech architecture
Floors above the ground: 56
Floors below the ground: 3
Elevators: 20
Height: 321 m
Website: jumeirah.com/en/stay/dubai/burj-al-arab-jumeirah
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