Dubai to open world's first 24-carat gold walkway before end of 2026
Dubai: Visitors to Dubai will soon be able to walk along a pathway made of 24-carat gold, with Dubai Gold District preparing to open what it says will be the world's first and longest gold walkway before the end of 2026. The planned attraction, expected to open within the next two months, is intended to become a new tourist landmark and strengthen Dubai's standing as a global centre for gold and…
The final phase of the World Trade Centre roundabout development project in Dubai will commence on Friday, according to the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA). The 1km-long bridge, consisting of two lanes, will have a capacity to handle 3,000 vehicles per hour and will cut travel time between Al Majlis Street and 2nd December Street from six minutes to just one minute.
As of Sunday's announcement, five bridges totaling 5km have been built as part of the project, which is expected to benefit up to 500,000 residents and visitors. The average delay at the intersection is projected to decrease from 12 minutes to a mere 90 seconds. The total cost of the project is estimated to exceed Dh696 million.
RTA Director General Mattar Al Tayer stated that the completion of this project aligns with the wise leadership's directives to enhance Dubai's road infrastructure, improve traffic flow on Sheikh Zayed Road, and bolster connectivity between the emirate's leading economic and commercial centers.
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