Five Photos: Burj Tower in Dubai, World’s Tallest Building

Lists: The Burj Khalifa just opened. At 2,717 feet, it casts a long shadow.

01.04.10 | 4:09 PM ET

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View of Dubai skyline and Burj Tower.

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Illuminated scene around the new Burj Tower.

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Several Emiratis walk past the building today.

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The view from the observation deck on the 124th floor reveals a looming shadow.

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Fireworks explode around the Burj Dubai Tower during the opening ceremony.