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Rise of the Supertalls

When the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center collapsed in 2001, many engineers believed the era of skyscrapers was over. But the attack led to a shift in thinking. New safety standards and insights fundamentally changed the design of tall buildings. At the same time, a boom in so-called “supertalls”—skyscrapers over 300 meters tall—began. Today, 71 cities already have at least one of these structures. From One World Trade Center in New York to the Burj Khalifa in Dubai, they demonstrate how engineers are learning from past disasters and developing ever-safer high-rises.

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  • Originally Aired June 14, 2026
  • Runtime 45 minutes
  • Content Rating Germany 12+
  • Network National Geographic
  • Created May 26, 2026 by
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  • Modified June 14, 2026 by
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