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    • November 16, 2013

    The monumental Burj Khalifa tower, emblematic of the Dubai skyline and the UAE more broadly, has been commodified as a symbol of Emirati modernity and economic achievement. In a surreal gesture, Dubai mall featured a three-story replica of the towering structure—formed entirely from Ferrero Rocher chocolates. -- December 2012;  Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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