The Green Planet is an indoor

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and

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in the City Walk area of

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. It has over 3,000 plants and animals in its artificial "bio-dome"

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including birds, reptiles, and fish. They are kept in open environments, but may not be touched. The Green Planet indoor ecosystem was opened in 2016, with 3,000 plants and animals. The attraction was created by Meraas.

Structure

The bio-dome is cube-shaped and was built as an expansion to CityWalk on

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. It is 60,000 square feet in area and the building's exterior is divided into two parts diagonally. One part is cylindrical with glass, while the other is covered with small circular apertures. At the centre of the bio-dome, there is an 82-foot (25-meter) tall tree with an artificial trunk. A small bridge connects to the tree, which can only hold up to four people at a time. There is also an artificial waterfall. Visitors enter on the fourth floor via a lift and walk down using a spiral slope. In addition, there is a lift and stairs to access animals in the basement. Reptiles are on display at every level, with information about them. Green Planet is the first region's bio-dome which has recreates a tropical forest with its rich biodiversity of over 3,000 plants and animals. It has been certified with the global LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) which is fully compliant with the Dubai Municipality green building regulations and specifications Animals on display include

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es,

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snakes, and a bearcat. It is possible for visitors to camp overnight at The Green Planet.

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External links

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Official website

"The Green Planet Dubai" – Indoor Rainforest Review
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The Green Planet: Transport yourself to a world of nature and wonder
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