Facts about building
Buildings are central to human life and history, and they come with many interesting facts and stories. Here are some fascinating facts about buildings:
1. The Oldest Buildings
The Göbekli Tepe in Turkey, dating back to around 9600 BCE, is considered one of the oldest known man-made religious structures. Its stone pillars, arranged in circles, predate Stonehenge by several thousand years.
The Pyramid of Djoser in Egypt, constructed around 2630 BCE, is one of the earliest large-scale cut-stone structures. It marks the beginning of the pyramid-building tradition in ancient Egypt.
2. The Tallest Building in the World
The Burj Khalifa in Dubai,completedin 2010, is the tallest building in the world, standing at 828 meters (2,717 feet).The Burj Khalifa's height is so great that people on the top floors can see the sunset several minutes later than those on the ground level.
3. Eco-Friendly Buildings
The Edge in Amsterdam is often cited as one of the world’s most sustainable office buildings.