From the tallest building in the world to the deepest diving pool, the United Arab Emirates, which is celebrating its 50th founding anniversary on Thursday, has a knack for setting records. Here are five record-breaking achievements:
**Burj Khalifa**
Located in Dubai, known for its skyscrapers, the Burj Khalifa is the tallest building in the world, standing at 828 meters. It opened in 2010 and is situated in downtown Dubai. Initially known as "Burj Dubai," it was renamed in honor of the President of the UAE, Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
**Ain Dubai**
Dubai officially opened "Ain Dubai" in October 2021, the tallest and largest observation wheel in the world. Ain Dubai is located on the artificial Bluewaters Island and stands 250 meters above the ground. Each rotation lasts about 38 minutes and features 48 cabins, each accommodating 40 people.
**Deep Dive Dubai**
In June 2021, Dubai set a new world record for the deepest diving pool. The swimming pool reaches a depth of 60.02 meters and includes an underwater "sunken city" inspired by the lost city of Atlantis. Divers can explore this reconstructed lost city that is covered in vegetation.
**Jais Sky Tour**
The longest zip line in the world is located in Ras Al Khaimah and officially opened in 2018. It allows people to travel at speeds of up to 150 kilometers per hour at an altitude of 1,680 meters above sea level at the mountain summit.
**Formula Rossa**
The fastest roller coaster in the world, Formula Rossa, is located in the UAE capital, Abu Dhabi, which hosts one of the Formula One racing events annually. It officially opened to visitors in November 2010 and is situated in Ferrari World, reaching speeds of up to 240 kilometers per hour.
