10 Most Expensive Buildings In The World 2017

1. Abraj Al Bait, Mecca, Saudi Arabia, US$15 Billion

The 120 story Abraj Al Bait is the most expensive skyscraper in the world. The building costs US$15 billion for the construction. It is located in the holy city of Mecca in Saudi Arabia. Abraj Al Bait situated near largest and holiest Masjid al-Haram mosque. The hotel spanning a floor area of 1500000 square meters and can accommodate 100000 people.

The hotel mainly attracts the pilgrims that come to Mecca to conduct Hajj. Abraj Al Bait also features a view into the courtyard of Masjid al-Haram mosque. This Saudi Arabian government owned luxury hotel was designed by Lebanon based Dar Al-Handasah architectural group. The hotel was officially opened in 2012.

The construction of this luxury hotel was started in 2004 and took 8 years for its completion. At a height of 601 meters Abraj Al Bait is the tallest hotel in the world. It is also the fourth tallest building in the world. One main attraction of Abraj Al Bait is its 43 m* 43 m sized clock standing at a height of 530 meters and crowned by a spire. It is the tallest and largest clock in the world. The hotel also features six residential towers, a prayer hall that has a capacity of 3800 persons, a convention center, a five story shopping mall and two heliports.