skyscraper

A skyscraper is a tall, continuously habitable building, typically over 150 meters (about 500 feet) high. They are designed for commercial, residential, or mixed-use purposes and feature a steel or reinforced concrete framework that allows for height and stability. Skyscrapers are often characterized by their unique architectural styles and extensive use of glass, which provides natural light. They serve as symbols of modernity and urban development, helping to maximize limited land space in densely populated cities. Notable examples include the Empire State Building in New York and the Burj Khalifa in Dubai, the tallest building in the world.