From the ancient pyramids of Egypt to the Aztec temples, the Roman Colosseum to the Taj Mahal, humans have erected awe-worthy structures to signify power, reverence, spirituality and culture since the dawn of civilization. In the early 20th century, humans—and in particular architects—began to design what would eventually be known as skyscrapers, immensely tall structures that appear to brush the clouds. These buildings are often symbols of power and prosperity, whether that of the company which owns them or the nation on which grounds they stand. This infographic by Alan’s Factory Outlet illustrates the top 10 tallest buildings throughout history and the world, dating all the way back to 1909 and venturing into the future to 2020.
