8. Fake Islands Visible from Space
Dubai doesn’t wait for nature — it builds it.
Projects like The Palm Jumeirah and The World Islands showcase man-made islands shaped like palm trees and world maps. Visible from orbit, they symbolize Dubai’s craving to outdo nature itself.
But maintenance is costly, and environmentalists raise eyebrows about erosion and habitat loss.
Still, when your backyard is a private island, it’s hard to argue with the view.