The World or World Islands in Dubai - Around The World

The World or World Islands is an artificial archipelago of various small islands constructed in the rough shape of a world map, located 4.0 kilometres (2.5 mi) off the coast of Dubai. The World islands are composed mainly of sand dredged from Dubai's shallow coastal waters, and are one of several artificial island developments in Dubai.

A closer view of The World is seen from the air. The World consists of over 300 man made islands strategically positioned to form the shape of the world map.

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