CONSTRUCTION has begun an incredible skyscraper set to be the "world's biggest tower" that can fit 20 Empire State buildings. It will be at the heart of the "New Murabba" futuristic city that is being planned to give downtown Riyadh a facelift. The megastructure, called The Mukaab is a proposed cubical structure that will stand 1,300ft high and 1,200ft wide when finished - becoming the largest building structure in the world.
It will offer all modern-day luxuries including fine dining restaurants, retail and residential living. To take the project to a grand scale, the outer walls of the building will be fitted with virtual reality technology , reflecting amazing scenery for locals to enjoy. The interior will feature enormous holographic projections powered by Artificial intelligence (AI) that will show viewers different realities, times, and places.
READ MORE SAUDI PROJECTS However, many have criticised the plans due to its similarity to the Kaaba in Mecca which is considered Islam 's holiest shrine. Plans also include a swirling tower for observation decks and rooftop restaurants to enjoy panoramic views of the city. The country's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman announced the project last year as part of his ambitious Saudi Vision 2030.
But human rights groups have expressed many concerns over the massive construction plans - with fears that migrant labour will be exploited and many locals would be displaced. Most read in Tech A dramatic video released by the Saudi authori.
