Guinness World Records on Thursday recognized the 634- meter-high Sky Tree as the world’s highest tower at a ceremony in Tokyo yesterday, topping the 600-meter-high Canton Tower in China. Alistair Richards, managing director of Guinness World Records, personally handed the certificate to Michiaki Suzuki, president of Tobu Tower Sky Tree Co. The television broadcasting tower, due to open to the public in May next year, is located in a downtown district of Tokyo’s Sumida Ward.
The 828-meter Burj Khalifa skyscraper in Dubai in the United Arab Emirates is recognized by Guinness as the world’s tallest structure. The Burj Khalifa skyscraper is a world-class destination and the magnificent centerpiece of Downtown Dubai. The world’s tallest building is surrounded by hotels , must-visit shopping destinations and a world of entertainment options.