Sir Richard Branson 'stakes his claim' on The World

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About The World:
The World consists of 300 man-made islands strategically positioned to form the shape of the world map, lying 4km off the coast of Dubai. Two years of intensive planning, research development and design took place before The World was announced. Measuring approximately 9 km in width by 7 km in length, the development covers over 593 million square feet and is visible to the naked eye from space. The World will include a collection of homes, apartments, resorts, restaurants and retail amidst beaches, boating and leisure opportunities.

About Nakheel:
Nakheel is the uniquely focused property development company behind a variety of new landmark developments in Dubai. Nakheel aims to redefine the concept of property development whether residential, tourist, commercial or retail. Nakheel's portfolio currently includes The Palm, The World, Jumeirah Islands, The Gardens, Ibn Battuta Mall, Jumeirah Lake Towers, Jumeirah Golf Estates, The Lost City, International City, Discovery Gardens, Jumeirah Village and Dubai Waterfront.

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Adnan Dawood, Marketing Executive, on +971 4 368 0527

Or Orient Planet PR and Marketing Communications
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