It’s been raining cats and dogs in Dubai and we’re sure you’re wondering where to head this weekend. Well, outdoors doesn’t seem like an option, at least considering the current state, but we’ve found something that’s exciting for kids and adults. Dubai is now home to a cool, new 3D Trick Art Museum located off Sheikh Zayed Road. Who’s up to go on a trip to a fantasy land?
What’s It?
A brand new 3D Trick Art Museum, the first of its kind is now open off Sheikh Zayed Road. The museum covers an area of 23,000 square feet, and is split across two floors. True to its name, the museum tricks you with colorful optical illusion, making you feel like its all 3D. The museum is the hard work of 16-20 artists from across the world, and completed it in six months.
Go on a surreal trip over a magical carpet, walk on a rope over a canyon, swim with the sharks and go on a trip to fantasy land through the immersive and interactive artwork. The world’s largest museum, the 3D Trick Art Museum features 185 artworks and is divided into nine zones; each with a different theme:
- Illusion
- Arabic
- Egyptian
- Water world
- Animal kingdom
- World of masterpieces
- Fantasy
- Forest
- Humour
Everything in the museum was hand-painted by craftsmen, to give visitors an immersive experience. Besides, the 3D Trick Art Museum also features a traditional Arabic zone where you can spot iconic buildings in Dubai. The list includes spice souq, the abras, and the Dubai fountain. Furthermore, the museum also features the recent addition is the UAE- it’s entry into space. This is portrayed in the form of an artwork showing the UAE’s flag hoisted on the moon.
What Else?
UAE boasts a huge list of attractions, but that’s not all! There are more new attractions in the UAE you can expect in the coming years and we’re sure it’s only getting bigger and better.
While 2018 saw the world’s first floating hotel, Dubai frame, Warner Bros and a few more, 2020 also has an impressive list. From a zombie theme park to a massive library and London’s famous wax museum, here are new attractions in the UAE you must look forward to.
1. Zombie Theme Park
One of the most awaited attractions in the UAE, this one’s a treat for Zombie lovers. Nakheel Malls in association with Sharjah Golf and Shooting Club is launching a spooky Zombie theme park in Deira Islands. Spread across 65,000 sq feet, the park will boast several attractions including paintball games, 9D cinema, axe throw games, laser tag and more. And that’s not all! The park also has live act featuring Zombies that glow-in-the-dark. Now, that’s perfect enough to get spooked, isn’t it? The park also features shops, a private party room, and a zombie themed restaurant.
When: Expected to open in 2020
2. The View at The Palm
The Palm Towers in Dubai will soon let you swim in the sky! Wondering how? The city’s highest roof-top infinity pool is coming to The View at the Palm and its for everyone who fancy swimming with a view. The pool will hold over 930,000 liters of water. Apart from the breath-taking pool the tower will also feature restaurants, residences, and a viewing deck for the public.
When: 2020
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