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Al Areen set to open Middle East's largest water park 'The Lost Paradise of Dilmun' at Al Areen
- Bahrain: Saturday, September 01 - 2007 at 14:13
- PRESS RELEASE
Al Areen Holding Company today announced that the formal opening ceremony of the Middle East's largest water park, the USD50 million Lost Paradise of Dilmun, will be held tomorrow, 2nd September 2007, under the patronage of His Excellency Shaikh Khaled bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, Minister of the Royal Court.
The Lost Paradise of Dilmun is the second component in the unique US$ 1.3 billion plus Al Areen development. Spread over an area of 2 million square meters, Al Areen strengthens Bahrain's reputation as a leading luxurious family-oriented tourist destination.
Drawing upon Bahrain's long and distinguished past, in addition to the Lost Paradise of Dilmun and Banyan Tree Desert Spa & Resort, Al Areen is transforming its distinctive desert location into a diverse collection of distinct yet unified components include themed luxury hotels, residential and commercial villages, educational, entertainment and recreational facilities.
Other components of Al Areen Development include the US$300 million Sarab Al Areen which redefines retail, office and living space in the Arabian Gulf; Sunset Hills is a mixed-use venture featuring residential and commercial facilities such as luxury villas, town houses, terraced apartments, and apartment blocks for shops and residences, while Al Waha Resort will feature a 5-star hotel.
Taking its theme from Bahrain's rich cultural history - the Kingdom was the centre of the ancient Dilmun civilisation some 4,000 years ago - the Lost Paradise of Dilmun promises fun for the whole family. The Superbowl, Boomerango and Body Slides are some of the main exciting attractions catering to all ages. Other features include the 325-metre Paradise River and Family Raft Ride, the park's tallest ride designed for 4 people and the Middle East's largest Wave Pool.
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About Al AreenThe unique US$ 1.3 billion, 2 million square metre Al Areen development furthers Bahrain's reputation as a friendly destination for family and health-oriented tourists. The development is a 35 minute drive from Bahrain International Airport, 25 minutes from downtown Manama and 20 minutes away from King Fahad Causeway. It is adjacent to the Bahrain International Circuit (BIC), the Middle East's first ever Grand Prix circuit, and the Al Areen Wildlife Sanctuary.
Inspired by Bahrain's long and distinguished history, Al Areen provides an opportunity to experience the legacy of the country's rich and varied traditions, while maintaining the comfort and convenience of modern living.
The Al Areen mission is to transform its distinctive desert location into a diversified range of health, residential, leisure and entertainment destinations. Major components of the development include the Banyan Tree Desert Spa & Resort, The Lost Paradise of Dilmun Water Park, Hotel Al Areen, Al Waha Resort, Oryx Hills, Downtown Al Areen, Sarab Al Areen, Sunset Hills and a number of residential villages, entertainment and recreational facilities.
About Lost Paradise of Dilmun
Bahrain's US$ 50 million Lost Paradise of Dilmun is the Middle East's largest water theme park. Set in 77,000 square metres of desert oasis, Lost Paradise features 14 of the fastest, newest slides, pools and fountains. Taking its theme from Bahrain's rich cultural history, - the Kingdom was the center of the ancient Dilmun empire 4,000 years ago - Lost Paradise and the adjacent 5 Star Banyan Tree Desert Spa & Resort are the first components in the US$1.3 billion Al Areen Development.
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