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The amount of sand used to build the Palm Jumeirah in Dubai, built by filling the sea

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440 Billion (pounds)

The amount of sand used to build the Palm Jumeirah in Dubai, built by filling the sea.

Approximately 440 billion pounds of rock and sand were used to build the Palm Jumeirah in Dubai, which resembles a giant palm tree from the air.

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Construction began in 2001 and was completed in 2006. The island, which boasts numerous villas, apartments, hotels, and restaurants, has a population of over 25,000.