The Dubai Palm Islands are the largest artificial islands on earth. These three man-made islands are in the form of massive palm trees, the Palm Jumeirah, Jebel Ali Palm and the Palm Deira which is the biggest of them all. The mega project of creating these islands on the coast of Dubai, United Arab Emirates, started in 2001 and was commissioned by Sheikh Mohammed. And today this enormous project has become one of the top tourist destinations in the world. If you are planning your next vacation to this mini-city, you can book your tickets with Etihad Airways, a major airline in Dubai. As the city has everything to attract people from luxurious hotels, high-end restaurants, entertainment centers, marinas, water theme parks, shopping malls, sports facilities, health spas, beachside villas and apartments to basic human resources like electricity and safe drinking water.
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The construction
If you wonder, how did the islands come to be? Well through the process of Land Reclamation and Vibro Compaction, 94 million cubic meters of sand was first dredged from the persian and arabian gulf floor and later sprayed. However, in order to protect its compacted shape 5.5 million cubic meters of rocks were used.
History
It is said that the reason behind the creation of these Dubai islands was to boost the economy of Dubai. As petroleum and natural gas were the main source of income of Dubai but in the early 2000s the country was running out of its natural resources. So, to uplift the country’s economy, the ruler of Dubai, Sheik Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, came up with the idea of this enormous project, as well as its design. You can also book your tickets with Air Arabia to witness this unique place.
Most of the infrastructure was constructed by Nakheel Properties, a property developer in The UAE. Some of the world’s best engineers and specialists were hired to complete this project successfully. And over the years it has become a spectacular, world-renowned residential and tourism destination.
Palm Jumeirah
This is the best and the most famous island of the other two Dubai man made islands. Not only that it is the world’s largest man-made island. Dubai is a country globally famous for its world firsts, and The Palm Jumeirah is an impressive example. There are around 4,000 luxurious villas and apartments with a beautiful sea view along with other amazing facilities. You will find a range of beach clubs, five-star resorts, including the famous Atlantis hotel, making this a truly unique place to visit.
Things to do in Dubai Palm Island
Shopping at the Nakheel Mall
This is the most luxurious mall at the heart of the Palm Jumeirah Dubai. It is a great place for dining, shopping and entertainment where you will find unique restaurants, shops. There are more than 300 outlets, featuring everything from family fun, fine dining, toy shops, trampolines, cinemas, supermarkets to everyday services like medical and fitness centers, banks etc. It is a dream destination for food lovers as well with a collection of rooftop restaurants and a unique food hall concept. It is easily accessible by road, rail or on foot. On top of that it has a stunning view of the Palm Tower as well.
Do adventurous sports
Palm island offers numerous adventurous activities for all the adventure junkies like freefalling, skydiving, paddle boarding and swimming with aquatic animals such as dolphins, sharks and sea lions. Surrounded by marine life these could be experiences you will remember and cherish forever. For adventurous activities such as skydiving you will have the bird’s eye view of all the nearby Islands, along with all the other attractions such as the Burj Khalifa, Burj al Arab, the skyscrapers of Sheikh Zayed Road, etc.
Spa Treatment
Dubai Palm Island offers a set of elite and luxurious spas such as Talise Ottoman Spa, Willow Stream Spa And Health Club, Sospa, Waldorf Astoria Spa, Anantara Spa, etc. Also, there is also a men’s special spa called the ‘Jazz Lounge Spa’. This helps in nourishing and restoring oneself not only physically and mentally too, helps one feel more energized from within. It is very therapeutic as it is a retreat for the mind, body, and soul.
Go to a Beach Club
The beach clubs in Dubai are a full package from laid-back, boho and sun-drenched seaside spots to the whitewashed elegance of beaches, these clubs are a rare find. The combination of sun, sea and splendid food is something that one would never want to miss. Clubs such as RIVA Beach, White Beach, Fluid Beach Club, February 30 etc. have a reputation internationally for their vibrant yet blissful ambience.
Visit The Lost Chambers Aquarium
It is a magnificent place which is home to around 65 million marine lives such as sharks, stingray, piranhas, lobsters, etc. Walking through the labyrinth of underwater halls will make you feel as if you are submerged in water with marine life all around you. There are many activities you can partake in, like a behind-the-scenes tour, where one can learn about some deep, dark secrets of the ocean from the experts.
Conclusion
Dubai never fails to surprise or impress its visitors with something unique and out of the world. Which is the reason it is a dream destination for many. And just like that, in the Palm Island Dubai one gets to experience the man-made yet natural beauty of these Islands. The construction of these islands faced many obstacles but with the hard work of many laborers and engineers it has become a major tourist attraction of Dubai.
