Dubai Miracle Garden is set to open for its eighth season on
November 1. Located in the heart of Dubailand, the 72,000 sq. m destination
will be brought to life with the largest display of the most fragrant and
colorful blooms, with over fifty million flowers of 120 varieties.
The timings are 9am to 9pm on weekdays and 9am
to 11pm on weekends (Friday and Saturday). The cost of admission is Dh55 for
adults (over 12 years old), Dh40 for children 12 years and below, and free
entry for both children below three years, and people of determination all
inclusive of VAT. The attraction will attempt to achieve a fourth
Guinness World Record this year, with details of this under wraps, but set to
be released shortly. In addition, there will be a big surprise introduced this
season, which will be a world first in terms of applied advanced technology.
Among the many concepts being unveiled this
year, a major feature will be the ‘aerial floating lady’, dressed in exotic
flowers. The revamped amphitheater will also model a magnificent palace that
will serve as an observatory and it will host shows and live entertainment.
From the top, visitors can capture the stunning panoramic views of the complete
garden and the sculptures adorned with bright twinkling lights – guaranteed to
offer a visual treat.
This season, Dubai Miracle Garden has also
introduced an all-new 400m walking track for those who want to enjoy a
leisurely walk amidst the floral artistry. This track will also be utilised for
daily entertainment that features costume and floral parades, street
performers, Zumba sessions, as well as other physical and recreational
activities. Visitors will be welcomed by some of the most popular and prominent
cartoon characters at the main entrance and be treated to skillfully designed
3D shapes of life-size animals. Engineer Abdel Naser Rahhal, creator and co-founder of
Dubai Miracle Garden and vice chairman of Cityland Group, the developer of the
botanical project, commented, “Dubai Miracle Garden is a unique
proposition that has carved a special place in the hearts of residents and
tourists alike. We are extremely delighted to be back for an eighth season to
unveil exceptional installations that will exceed our visitor expectations.
Source: Khaleej Times
