Just like most Disney theme parks, Disneyland Abu Dhabi will have a castle, which CEO Bob Iger described as their “first real modern castle.”
Disneyland Abu Dhabi’s Castle
Though the park’s final look is subject to change, concept art shows a “castle” that appears to be made of curved, reflective glass panels. It sits on a waterfront.
“We haven’t decided everything that will go into it, but we do know it will be anchored by a castle. And again — the modernization that is Abu Dhabi — the castle will be the first real modern castle that we built,” Iger said in an interview with Good Morning America. “You start thinking about what is possible, actually envisioning a castle rising up in this case from the sand and also being on the water.”
Iger said the destination will be Disney’s “most technologically advanced theme park” ever. In a press release, he explained, “As our seventh theme park destination, it will rise from this land in spectacular fashion, blending contemporary architecture with cutting-edge technology to offer guests deeply immersive entertainment experiences in unique and modern ways.”
Disney Experiences Josh D’Amaro added, “The location of our park is incredibly unique — anchored by a beautiful waterfront — which will allow us to tell our stories in completely new ways.”
Though Iger referred to the park as Disneyland Abu Dhabi, this is a placeholder name for now. It will be on Yas Island and will be constructed and operated by Miral, who pitched the idea to Disney, but Disney will oversee creative development.
Disney said the park will “combine Disney’s iconic stories, characters and attractions with Abu Dhabi’s vibrant culture, stunning shorelines, and breathtaking architecture.”
Watch Iger’s GMA interview below.
Also, watch the announcement video for the new destination:
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