The World, Island group in Dubai
The World is an artificial archipelago of small islands constructed in the shape of a world map, located in the waters of the Arabian Gulf.
The project was developed by Nakheel Properties and was announced in 2003 but halted due to financial crisis in 2008.
All of these islands are privately owned for residential and commercial purposes.
The islands are accessible only by boat or helicopter.
The World represents a unique vision of island living.
Location: Emirate of Dubai
Source: Wikimedia