New Theme Park in Mexico to Compete with Disneyland

Mexico will construct a theme park inspired by the Mayan civilization to rival Disneyland. (AFP)
Mexico will construct a theme park inspired by the Mayan civilization to rival Disneyland. (AFP)
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New Theme Park in Mexico to Compete with Disneyland

Mexico will construct a theme park inspired by the Mayan civilization to rival Disneyland. (AFP)
Mexico will construct a theme park inspired by the Mayan civilization to rival Disneyland. (AFP)

Lovers of the ancient Mayan culture can now learn and spend a good time in a new under-construction theme park on the Caribbean coast of Mexico inspired by the civilization.

The massive project, dubbed Amikoo, or “friend” in the Mayan language, is located about 55 km south of Cancun. It will house a museum, hotel, beach resort and recreation park, according to AUSA and Gala groups for properties development.

The two companies have invested $840 million in the new amusement park in the Riviera Maya district. The park is expected to compete with the famous Disneyland.

According to the German News Agency (dpa), the first phase of the project includes a museum, a 320-room hotel, flight simulators, a diving center, a leisure center, restaurants, a surfing pool and a ballroom.

The two investing companies said that the second phase will see the establishment of a 1,200-room beach resort and a theme park by 2020.



Arabian Horse Lovers Gather for Qassim Championship in Saudi Arabia

Renowned for their distinctive beauty, purebred Arabian horses possess a small, refined head, expressive eyes, an elegant arched neck, and a high-set tail, setting them apart from other breeds. (SPA)
Renowned for their distinctive beauty, purebred Arabian horses possess a small, refined head, expressive eyes, an elegant arched neck, and a high-set tail, setting them apart from other breeds. (SPA)
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Arabian Horse Lovers Gather for Qassim Championship in Saudi Arabia

Renowned for their distinctive beauty, purebred Arabian horses possess a small, refined head, expressive eyes, an elegant arched neck, and a high-set tail, setting them apart from other breeds. (SPA)
Renowned for their distinctive beauty, purebred Arabian horses possess a small, refined head, expressive eyes, an elegant arched neck, and a high-set tail, setting them apart from other breeds. (SPA)

The third Qassim Arabian Horse Show, a three-day championship in Saudi Arabia featuring 260 purebred Arabian horses, is currently underway and has attracted significant participation from enthusiasts and horse lovers, reported the Saudi Press Agency.

Renowned for their distinctive beauty, purebred Arabian horses possess a small, refined head, expressive eyes, an elegant arched neck, and a high-set tail, setting them apart from other breeds.

Horses have long held a vital place in Arab culture, serving as crucial support in warfare, transportation, and livelihoods since ancient times. Beyond their practical uses, horses are cherished and treated with exceptional care, becoming potent symbols of pride and dignity, particularly within the Kingdom.

The allure of the Arabian horse has endured through time. Today, these magnificent creatures compete in local and international races, nurtured in premier farms and stables, and deeply admired by horse aficionados and owners worldwide.