The world is a mask that hides the real world.
Thatâs what everybody suspects, though the world we see wonât let us dwell on it long.
The world has ways - more masks - of getting our attention.
The suspicion sneaks in now and again, between the cracks of everyday existenceâ¦the bird song dips, rises, dips, trails off into blue sky silence before the note that would reveal the shape of a melody that, somehow, would tie everything together, on the verge of unmasking the hidden armature that frames this sky, this tree, this bird, this quivering green leaf, jewels in a crown.â¦
As the song dies, the secret withdraws.
The tree is a mask.
The sky is a mask.
The quivering green leaf is a mask.
The song is a mask.
The singing bird is a mask.
Saturday, November 12, 2005
Falcon City of Wonders' fresh-squeezed financial juice
Falcon City of Wonders
lures AMLAK cash
12 November 2005
Falcon City of Wonders, the novel purpose-built community project being constructed within Dubailand and featuring replicas of famous sites and architectural marvels such as the Pyramids, the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, the Eiffel Tower, the Taj Mahal and the Leaning Tower of Pisa, has announced a strategic partnership with finance provider AMLAK to facilitate purchase and investment.
Salem Al Moosa, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Falcon City of Wonders LLC, said, 'Our partnership with AMLAK will be instrumental in easing investment and purchase procedures for making Falcon City properties more accessible to a wider range of people across the region.'
The Falcon City of Wonders covers an area of 4 million square meters, and is shaped to represent a falcon, which is symbolic of the UAE's heritage. The development is divided into 5 phases, and will combine various commercial, residential, educational and leisure amenities with entertainment facilities, and will include apartments, villas, shopping malls, hotels, restaurants, health clubs and spas, schools and parks, in addition to Pharaohs Theme park. Falcon City of Wonders is designed to be a land of civilizations, tracing the lifestyles and culture of people from different ages and parts of the world.
Mohammed Al Hashimi, Chief Executive Officer, AMLAK said, 'Our partnership with Falcon City will expedite the provision of financial services to those looking to own a home in landmark project. AMLAK remains committed to providing premium services that are in keeping with the nation's traditions and norms, and we are proud to be associated with a meritorious project such as Falcon City of Wonders.'
The Falcon City project will also feature a 'fun city' inspired by the era of the pharaohs and highlighted by the Pharaohs Theme Park located by the main entrance. Specialist consultants are being invited to discuss the nature of rides and attractions there.
'Falcon City of Wonders is unique in terms of scale and concept. Our vision is to develop the project into a representation of ancient cultures, while providing a blend of the best modern amenities and services. Falcon City will be the epitome of luxurious living, with a comprehensive array of facilities that will offer residents an unmatched lifestyle. Further, the Pharaoh Theme Park being designed at the project will add value to residential life at the community, 'Al Moosa concluded.
