As far back as the late 18th century skyscraper was originally nautical jargon meaning tall mast or sail. As time passed, it has become a specific term in architecture and as economies develop more are being built. Here are the world's top 10.

No 10 KK100

Formerly known as Kingkey Finance Center Plaza and located in Shenzhen, South China's Guangdong province, the mixed-use building rises 441.8 meters and has 100 floors accommodating offices, a hotel, restaurant and supermarket.

KK100 in Shenzhen, Sept 2012. [Photo/IC]

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