The Great Pyramid of Giza
Built around 2550 B.C., the Great Pyramid of Giza was 455 feet (138.7 meters) tall and held the record for nearly 4,000 years. It was constructed for Pharaoh Khufu, with a limestone casing that gave it a shining white appearance.
Lincoln Cathedral’s Brief Reign
In 1311, Lincoln Cathedral in England claimed the title with a height of 525 feet (160 meters). However, its central spire collapsed in 1548, ending its time as the tallest structure.
Washington Monument and Eiffel Tower
In 1884, the Washington Monument rose to 555 feet (169.2 meters), the tallest non-religious structure of its time. Just five years later, Paris unveiled the Eiffel Tower, which reached 1,024 feet (312.1 meters) and became a global icon.
Burj Khalifa: The Record Holder
Since 2010, Dubai’s Burj Khalifa has been the tallest building, standing at 2,717 feet (828 meters). It features the highest observation deck and longest elevator shaft, making it a marvel of modern engineering.
The Tallest Structures in Human History 🗼
The Great Pyramid of Giza
Built around 2550 B.C., the Great Pyramid of Giza was 455 feet (138.7 meters) tall and held the record for nearly 4,000 years. It was constructed for Pharaoh Khufu, with a limestone casing that gave it a… pic.twitter.com/UqJbBtXnh0— Detective Tiger’s Stories (@TigerDetective) October 26, 2024