After the much-talked-about teaser, the trailer for Dune: Part 3 is finally out. And if you happen to be a resident of the UAE, then you would have already noticed the vast desert of Abu Dhabi, as seen in the trailer for Dune: Part 3. There is a sweeping shot of the Liwa Desert, which doubles as Arrakis.
Liwa Desert Spotted In Dune: Part 3 Trailer
With the first trailer of Dune: Part 3 out, a shot of the Liwa Desert can be seen, which doubles as Arrakis. In fact, the newly released behind-the-scenes images also offer a glimpse of Denis Villeneuve, who is the director. He is also seen along with the cast, filming in the emirate. This image highlights seven years of partnership across all three films. The sweeping deserts of Liwa continue to serve as one of the defining locations in the franchise.
More About Dune: Part 3
Coming to Dune: Part 3, this is the concluding chapter. It is set nearly two decades after Paul Atreides gets the control of imperium. He has now become a ruthless emperor and must confront the consequences of his reign. With old allies returning and new threats emerging, betrayal is around the corner. With the movie taking the interesting story ahead, fans of the movie can truly expect stunning visuals and a gripping storyline.
It should be noted that the production returned to Abu Dhabi for a 31-day shoot, which also included two days in Al Ain, as revealed by Gulf News. Many individuals who are based in the UAE contributed towards the production.
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Other Beautiful Deserts In The UAE
Liwa Desert is a beautiful desert, and it lies on the northern edge of the Rub’ al Khali. The stunning desert is about a three-hour drive from Abu Dhabi. Moreover, it is renowned for its towering red-orange sand dunes! There are, however, many deserts across the UAE that are just as stunning as this one. And we are here to list out some beautiful desert destinations that are worth exploring in the UAE if Liwa Desert has caught your attention.
- Empty Quarter or Rub’ al Khali is one of the ultimate desert destinations. It spans the southern UAE with massive and remote sand dunes that remain untouched.
- Al Badayer is located near the Dubai-Sharjah border. The desert is famous for the bright red and tall dunes. Perfect for quad-biking and sand boarding, this place is worth checking out.
- Al Awir is situated just 35 km from Central Dubai. In fact, this is the closest area to the city, and it is the perfect spot for mature dune bashing and picture-perfect sunset camel rides.
So, don’t forget to explore the beautiful deserts in the UAE if you wish to experience the vast beauty of the sand dunes!
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FAQs
Where is Liwa Desert?
Liwa Desert is a beautiful desert that’s located about three hours away from Abu Dhabi.
When is Dune: Part 3 releasing?
Dune: Part 3 is expected to release in December 2026.
