Ferrari World Prepares for Grand Opening in Abu Dhabi Next Year
If you had the occasion to watch the inaugural Abu Dhabi Grand Prix which capped the end of the 2009 Formula One World Championship this past weekend, you may have gotten a glimpse of a giant red structure with a huge Ferrari emblem on the roof. What you're looking at is Ferrari World, the first Ferrari theme park, being built on the man-made Yas Island resort in Abu Dhabi.
The complex stands as the largest indoor park in the world, encompassing some 2 million square feet under a giant 150-foot-high red steel roof sporting the largest Ferrari logo in the world. Out of the top protrudes a 200-foot g-force drop tower, accompanying the world's fastest roller coaster, a flume ride simulating a Ferrari engine and kart tracks among its 20+ attractions. Of course there'll be plenty of restaurants and shopping opportunities that go along with any theme park as well. This one is set to open its doors some time next year as part of an ongoing initiative to turn the United Arab Emirates into a leading tourist destination.
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kenny forder Nov 3rd 2009 9:24AM
All I can say is WOW!!! That building is amazing!! I can't wait to see it in person and ride the world's fastest roller coaster. I wonder how fast it is.
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abdallah Al Shami Nov 3rd 2009 9:44PM
Yas Island is one of 200+ natural islands of Abu Dhabi. It is not man-made.