Of course, there are plenty of luxurious mansions on the artificial island, too. This stunning, custom-built residence lies on Frond One of The Palm and measures a staggering 16,833 square feet (1,564sqm). It has luxurious living spaces, with high-end fixtures and finishes throughout, as well as six bedrooms, seven bathrooms, a private cinema and an outdoor swimming pool.

The property was for sale with Dubai Sotheby’s International Realty in February 2025 for an undisclosed – but no doubt eye-watering – sum. You'd never know that the land on which this mega-mansion sits once didn't exist!

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