The China Harbour Engineering Company has been awarded the AED150 million ($40 million) marine and infrastructure works for Falcon Island, a AED1 billion Venice-like canal project in Ras Al Khaimah, which will include 150 villas and mansions, European-style architecture and a private beach, it was announced on Sunday.
The cornerstone of the project will be a central canal, which has been described by Al Hamra Real Estate general manager Benoy Kurien as a 'little piece of Venice in the Middle East', and which will split the island in two.
"Imagine waking up to the soothing sounds of waves hitting the beach or the chance to take in the breath taking sea views that stretch out over the Arabian Gulf, all from your own private beach. Fast forward to the evening and picture yourself enjoying a relaxing evening stroll along a palm tree-lined canal, passing through majestic parks, along boardwalks, and the serenity of your own secluded havens," said Kurien.
"This is the lifestyle that we are creating at Falcon Island: a retreat from the fast pace of the big cities, a place where families can enjoy some of the finer things in life and establish the perfect balance between elegance and sustainability," he added.