Emirati firm to build $5 billion environment-friendly urban park in Algeria

The development is being developed by EIIC’s subsidiary, Societe des Parcs d’Alger. The project will soon begin the initial construction phase and be completed in 2012.

“The 6.6 million square metre project will be a central metropolitan park, with 25 per cent dedicated to high quality commercial and residential development,” a company statement said.

EIIC is looking to enhance the natural environment and will create trails throughout the park and interior of the site, with additional attractions such as an equestrian centre, golf course, playgrounds, nature and hiking trails and vista points.

The Emirati firm’s subsidiary will also plant one million trees around the periphery of the park, as well as plant Mediterranean trees, olive groves and several themed gardens.

“We have designed Dounya Parc to both preserve the nature of the site, but to also address the urban development of the surrounding areas of Algiers ,” said Khayyam Turki, Chief Executive Officer of Dounya Parc.