Workers in Dubai are currently constructing the world’s tallest building, the Burj Dubai Skyscraper. Upon completion, it will tower an astounding 2700 feet above the earth. For comparison, the top of the lightning rod on the Empire State Building is 1454 feet, over 1200 feet shorter. The total cost is approximately $800m.

There’s a sport known as BASE jumping, which is essentially skydiving from a fixed object such as a building or bridge. Naturally, someone would eventually BASE jump from such a massive and unique building. Two thrillseekers snuck into the building one night and jumped from about the 160th floor. Here is their story. It’s about 7 1/2 minutes long but well-done.

via videosift.com

For the record, Mom, I do consider BASE jumping a form of skydiving. =)