Falconcity of Wonders outlines extensive participation at International Property Show 2008

Participating at the exhibition for the past two consecutive years, the developer behind the Dhs5.5bn falcon-shaped tourist and recreational city has announced an extensive line-up of activities within the show to leverage the event's strong reputation as a premier real estate affair in the Middle East. The event, which is being held at the Dubai International Exhibition Centre (DIEC) from February 17- 19, 2008, is set to host an interesting mix of local, regional and international exhibitors from across the globe.

Commemorating the heritage of the UAE through a community development designed to resemble the country's national emblem, the Falconcity of Wonders features landmark cities including Rome, Venice, Beirut, India and New York in a sprawling 40 million square feet of prime commercial and residential land that will be a major attraction not only of Falconcity but also of Dubailand. This ambitious tourist destination is designed to appeal to the widest audience and is expected to be a key tourist destination.

The project combines a superb balance of past and future ambience through replicas of architectural icons such as the Pyramids, the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, the Eiffel Tower, the Taj Mahal, the Great Wall of China and the Lighthouse of Alexandria. Representatives from the Falconcity of Wonders will be present at stand B16 & B17 at hall 03, to provide information on the project, availability of units and other purchase details.

Salem Ahmad Al Moosa, Chairman and CEO, Falconcity of Wonders LLC, said, "Our vision to establish Falconcity of Wonders as a melting pot of global culture and tradition is approaching its much anticipated realisation. The outstanding sales performance of the development bears witness to its massive appeal to increasingly discerning customers in terms of their tastes and preferences, which are inspired by international travels and classic cultures. In addition to the impressive progress we have achieved in the construction of Falconcity of Wonders, our participation at the International Property Show will also highlight the multitude of investment opportunities that we offer our customers, which is in line with our determination to achieve our predetermined marketing objectives."

Organised by Strategic Marketing & Exhibitions, the International Property Show has been widely accepted as an important platform to showcase real estate projects from across the globe to a wide array of audiences, ranging from first-time home buyers to high net worth investors. It brings together investors, property developers, financiers, real estate agents, designers and consultants all under one roof, which renders the show as the region's comprehensive trade exhibition for the global and regional property market. As proof of its importance in the regional real estate arena, the event's 2007 edition has successfully facilitated multi-billion dirham worth of deals conducted over its three day run, and was attended by more than 18,764 visitors from 70 countries.

Martina Molloy, Exhibition Director, International Property Show 2008, said, "The International Property Show has truly become an important meeting place among the movers and shakers of the highly dynamic domestic, regional and global real estate sector. In fact, the event has successfully expanded to accommodate the phenomenal increase in the number of new participants particularly from western countries, as well as the presence of established projects such as the Falconcity of Wonders. By presenting highly valuable property transactions and ever-increasing networking prospects, the International Property Show has assumed a significant role in Dubai's steady movement towards the forefront of the regional business, real estate and tourism sector."