Saudi Arabia's Biggest Failed Megaproject Comes Back To Life!

Saudi Arabia's Biggest Failed Megaproject Comes Back To Life!

After a half decade long pause, construction on the world’s tallest building has officially resumed in Saudi Arabia. Beating the UAE’s Burj Khalifa by about 172 meters, the Jeddah Tower will be over 1,000 meters in height. Although ground was broken for the giant of a building back in 2013, the endeavor has been repeatedly delayed in the decade since. But many were surprised when at the end of September 2023, news broke out that the construction has resumed. Join us today, as we delve into the backstory of Jeddah tower and explore the significance of this monumental undertaking.

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0:00 Intro
1:01 Origins of Jeddah Tower
2:37 Challenges of Construction
4:07 Technical Difficulties
5:46 A Symbol of Ambition
6:32 Wind Resistance
7:23 Energy Efficiency
8:31 Cost of Construction
9:35 Significance of the Tower

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