Abu Dhabi Unveils Big Eco-tourism Project
May 6, 2007 @ 05:52 AM (EST)
Source: Gulfnews.com
Abu Dhabi yesterday launched a Dh11.5 billion eco-tourism project - Desert Islands - combining six nature reserves spread across eight islands, including Sir Bani Yas, Dalma and Discovery, an e-mailed statement said.
"Development of the destination will be phased ... estimated total investment from both the government and private sector will be more than $3 billion (Dh11.5 billion)," the statement said...
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