Love them or hate them, skyscrapers are springing up at a fast pace in cities all around the world. They're a symbol of humankind’s might and ambition and are used as a sign of economic power in developing urban centres. They’re also a fantastic way to get a different perspective on a city.

Here we look at the world’s incredibly tall buildings with summits that are open to the public.

Click through the gallery as we reveal the world's tallest and most breathtaking observation decks...

Petronas Twin Towers, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

This towering trailblazer dominates Kuala Lumpur’s skyline and offers sightseers two observation decks: one is set on the teetering skybridge, and another is on the 86th floor of Tower 2. From here, you can gaze at the hustle and bustle of Kuala Lumpur below and also see the spire of the tower’s twin in intricate detail.

Various interactive displays and exhibits also tell the story of the buildings. Reaching a height of 1,483 feet (452m), they held the dual title of the world’s tallest buildings from 1998 until 2004.

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