Without exception, the completion of every world’s tallest building in the past century has coincided with an economic downturn.

Dubai is building a moon… Yes, you read that right. In an effort to make itself a global leader in ‘space tourism’, it’s launching what will be the region’s biggest ever tourist project. Dubai’s giant moon will cost 18 billion dirham. It will contain spas, restaurants, nightclubs, luxury residences, a moon shuttle, and training services for various space agencies worldwide. Take a look at the mock up. I’m not sure I’d want it in my backyard, but you can’t deny it’s impressive