Why NYC Doesn't Have Super-Duper Tall Skyscrapers

March 19, 2026

Okay, so you know how New York City has all those amazing, super tall buildings? But then there are places like Dubai that have those insane 'megatall' ones that just look like they're reaching the clouds. I was always curious why NYC doesn't go quite that high.

This video popped up and totally answered my question! It dives into the geology and some other surprising factors that actually limit how tall buildings can go in Manhattan. It's not just about money or desire, which I always kind of assumed. Pretty fascinating stuff, honestly!

Give it a watch: