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History of Palm Jumeirah

1. Vision and Planning
Palm Jumeirah is an iconic man-made island in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The idea was conceived in the late 1990s by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the ruler of Dubai, as part of a larger plan to expand the city’s coastline and boost tourism. The island was designed to resemble a palm tree, symbolizing the region’s cultural heritage and maximizing beachfront property.

2. Construction Begins (2001–2006)
The construction of Palm Jumeirah began in 2001 and was led by Nakheel Properties, a state-owned real estate company. Unlike traditional land reclamation, which uses concrete and steel, Palm Jumeirah was built using sand and rocks, dredged from the seabed.
• Over 94 million cubic meters of sand were used.
• 7 million tons of rocks were transported from the Hajar Mountains to form the breakwater, protecting the island from waves and erosion.
• Advanced GPS technology was used to ensure the palm shape was accurately formed.

By 2006, major infrastructure was completed, including roads and bridges connecting the island to the mainland.

3. First Residents and Development (2007–2010)
The first residential properties were handed over in 2007, and by 2009, the island was home to thousands of residents. Luxury hotels, including the famous Atlantis, The Palm, opened, further boosting Dubai’s tourism industry.

4. Growth and Expansion (2010–Present)
Palm Jumeirah continued to develop with more hotels, resorts, and high-end residential projects. It became home to:
• The Palm Tower and Nakheel Mall
• Exclusive beach clubs and restaurants
• A monorail system connecting it to the mainland
• The View at The Palm, an observation deck offering a stunning aerial view

Today, Palm Jumeirah is a global symbol of Dubai’s innovation and ambition, attracting residents, investors, and tourists from around the world.

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