The Palm Jumeirah is one of the very rare and few marvellous architectural landmarks created by man. It is also called the eighth wonder. From being visible from space to housing billion-dirham villas, Palm Jumeirah is Dubai showing off, and honestly, we’re here for it. Whether you’re chilling at a beach club, stuck in traffic on The Crescent, or just gawking at aerial Insta shots, this man-made island is a stellar place to be. So, buckle up, habibi, here are 17 fronds and 17 mind-blowing facts about Palm Jumeirah to impress your friends on your next group meet!
17 Jaw-Dropping Facts About Palm Jumeirah!
1. Can Be Seen From Space
Did you know this world-famous attraction is one of the very few places that can be seen from space due to impeccable geometry that lends a unique shape and huge scale to the project?
2. Satellites Were Used To Create The Palm
Engineers used satellites that were guided by a high-tech GPS that helped spray the sand into place with pinpoint accuracy. It also used Vibro-compaction technology that helped them to prepare the 560 hectares of reclaimed land to be built on.
3. One Of The World’s Largest Artificial Islands
The Palm Island has added around 120 kilometres of Dubai shoreline, which is an increase of 166%. The island is so huge that it can cover around 600 football pitches and is four times the size of London’s Hyde Park.
4. Protects From Typhoons and Storms
The outer crescent built around the palm helps to protect the island from high waves in case of a typhoon or storms. It is made of geotextile fibre, sand and small to medium rocks that make the breakwater stable and strong.
5. Millions Of Tons Of Rock & Sand Were Used
Over 7 million rocks were placed from the Hajar Mountains, and 120 million cubic metres of sand were dredged from the bottom of the sea. So much rock and sand was used that a 2m-wide wall could be formed around the globe three times.
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6. Go Skydiving Over Palm Jumeirah
Who wouldn’t want to see an aerial view of this beautiful island? Well, it’s considered one of the most iconic activities in Dubai done by tourists & residents. Skydive Dubai offers to jump from 6,000 feet right over the iconic palm and immerse yourself in the birds-eye view of the island while the wind plays with your hair. Scared of jumping over? Well, you can take helicopter tours and hover around the island for epic views.
7. It’s Part Of A Bigger Trio
Did you know Palm Jumeirah doesn’t come solo? Palm Jumeirah, Palm Jebel Ali and Palm Deira are actually the 3 palm-shaped islands that together stretch Dubai’s coastline and are also a huge part of Dubai’s bold vision.
8. Technically, It’s Not An Island
Here’s a fun debate-starter: Palm Jumeirah isn’t a true island. Islands are supposed to be detached from land, but this palm connects to Dubai by a 1.4km bridge. So, it’s a… connected floating paradise? Umm..yes!
9. The Island Has Its Own Monorail
Skip the traffic, hop on the Palm Monorail. It links Palm Jumeirah to Dubai’s mainland and transports over 20,000 people daily. Plus, there’s the six-lane underwater tunnel connecting the trunk to the crescent. Smooth, no?
10. Celebs Are Obsessed With Palm Life
Palm Jumeirah is practically a celebrity playground. David Beckham owns a AED 60 million mansion here (casual), Shah Rukh Khan has his six-bedroom dream pad, and regulars like Kim Kardashian, Priyanka Chopra, and Robert De Niro have all holidayed on the island.
11. It’s Shaped Like A Perfect Palm Tree
Palm Jumeirah isn’t just called that for fun. It’s shaped like a giant palm with a solid trunk, 17 fronds, and an almost seven-mile-long protective crescent wrapped around it.
12. Over 12,000 Palm Trees Were Planted
They didn’t just shape it like a palm tree. That lush greenery you see? All planned. Over 12,000 trees were grown in special nurseries and planted across the Palm to give it its tropical, picture-perfect vibe.
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13. The Palm Took Six Years Of Serious Grit
Construction began in 2001 and wrapped up by 2007. Six years, tons of engineering brilliance, and a whole lot of sand turned the dream into prime real estate reality.
14. Expect Dolphin And Jellyfish Sightings
Palm Jumeirah’s beaches attract more than sunseekers. During summer, dolphins and jellyfish love to hang around. So next beach day, keep your eyes peeled for marine visitors.
15. The Palm Fountain Breaks Records
Located at The Pointe, The Palm Fountain is the world’s largest seawater musical fountain. It sprays water up to 105 metres high with over 3,000 LED lights dazzling the night. Guinness World Record? Tick!
16. There Are Over 30 Luxury Hotels On The Palm
Beach clubs, five-star stays, rooftop brunches, Palm Jumeirah is hotel heaven. From the famous Atlantis to the swanky W Hotel, the Palm’s trunk and crescent are packed with around 30 top-tier hotels serving staycation goals on a silver platter.
17. Over 80,000 People Live On The Palm
10,000 residential units and 80,000 residents! That’s the count of people living on this Dubai island. But even with this huge residential crowd, the island will never feel packed as it is designed to look spacious and ultra-luxurious.
Habibi, Did You Know These Facts About Palm Jumeirah?
Want a slice of Palm life? Be ready to spend. Some of the front villas have been snapped up for over AED 100 million. Private beaches, sea views, and bragging rights included. Palm Jumeirah is more than a postcard-perfect icon; it’s where bold dreams meet brilliant engineering. Whether you’re skydiving over it, brunching by the beach, or stuck in awe at the sheer ambition, one thing’s for sure… Dubai never stops raising the bar. Yalla, who’s ready to visit?
Written with inputs from Dhruv Maniar & Deeplata Garde.
Cover Image Courtesy: CanvaPro/ konstantin stepanenko from Getty Images
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