Palm Islands
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The designs of the three 'palm islands' vary slightly.
The Palm Islands in Dubai are three large artificial islands, currently being constructed by Nakheel. The islands are shaped as palm trees and will be used as luxury resorts. Such examples of reclaimed land are made feasible in the area by the wide continental shelf off the Dubai coast, with the ocean at a shallow depth.
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A closer view of Jebel Ali islands.
- The Palm, Jumeirah had construction started in June 2001 and expected completion time is late 2005 to early 2006.
- The Palm, Jebel Ali was begun in October 2002 and expected completion time is late 2007. It includes boardwalks which circle the 'fronds' of the 'palm', spelling out a verse of poetry in Arabic, which reads: "Take wisdom from the wise - not everyone who rides a horse is a jockey."
- The Palm, Deira began construction in November 2004.
The islands will be built by a Dutch company from 80 000 000 m3 landmass from the approach channel.
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The Palm Islands from space.
See also
- The World Islands - Another artificial island project in Dubai.