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If the Burj Khalifa is the architecture anticipated in The Jetsons, the Burj al-Arab has the restaurant at the end of the universe. It was the tallest hotel in the world when it opened in 1999 and, despite the architectural flights of fancy which have since taken shape along Sheikh Zayed Rd, it remains Dubai's signature building.

Filming of the movie hit the international headlines last year when Cruise, 49, was photographed dangling from the outside of the Burj Khalifa in one scene. Other parts of the film are set at Dubai International Financial Centre and on the Palm Jumeirah. Further shoots took place in Prague, Moscow, Mumbai and Vancouver.

To mark the ringing-in of 2012, Dubai Media Incorporated (DMI) will broadcast to the world the impressive fireworks display that will benefit from the iconic Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building, as its centerpiece. The fireworks can be viewed from Downtown Dubai as well as a designated location within Meydan area.

Emaar Properties, the global property developer, will mark Earth Hour 2013 on March 23, with its developments taking part in the global initiative to raise awareness on energy conservation and climate change.

Dubai Shopping Festival, the annual shopping extravaganza that attracts millions from across the globe has kicked off here, as the UAE attempts to boost its indifferent retail sector. A woman examines a gift at the souvenir shop of Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest building in Dubai.

Burj Khalifa New Year eve fireworks are telecast live on local TV channels in the UAE but this time viewers across the global can watch it live - from the comfort of their homes.

The owner of the 828-metre Burj Khalifa skyscraper says that starting on Wednesday, visitors can pay to ride up to a new observation deck on the 148th floor.

Emirates Airline has teamed up with Armani Hotel Dubai and The Address Downtown Dubai to offer its First and Business Class passengers flying to or via Dubai, luxurious complimentary hotel stays.

Two French daredevils broke a Guinness World Record for the highest Base jump after jumping from the pinnacle of the Burj Khalifa and spiralling down the world’s tallest man-made structure.

Usher stood in front of the Burj Khalifa in Dubai on Sunday and he looked so small. The pose was sort of expected as the artist was standing in front of the tallest building in the world, but fans still couldn't take their eyes off the moment. The building is 160 floors tall and a magnificent centerpiece of Downtown Dubai, but it was Usher standing next to the big building that got the fan’s attention.