The largest fountains in the world (by definition) are huge. There are fountains record holders for the height of the water jets, the length of the length of the structure, the area, etc.
And this amazing building (the largest fountain in the world), built in the United Arab Emirates, was included in the list of the most famous world book of records even before its construction. Even his design decision was impressive. It was built in 2009-2010.
The world's largest fountain (in Dubai): description of the structure
A fountain was built in the largest and most beautiful city of Dubai, located in the United Arab Emirates. This is a unique and complex hydraulic structure.
The fountain consists of an artificial lake, many large and small fountains, combined into a single complex and managed by one system. This building is equipped with the most advanced multi-stage and multifunctional water filtration system. Huge pressure in the pipes was achieved by installing unique pumps. All this makes it possible to raise water jets to a height of 310 meters, and this is even higher than the Eiffel Tower in France. The outlet water reaches a speed of approximately 400 km / h. It turns out that the world's largest fountain in terms of height - in Dubai.
Performance at the Dubai Fountain
The spectacle, which lasts from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. local time, is a gigantic water extravaganza, an amazing and delightful grand celebration with the participation of a huge amount of light from numerous spotlights and musical accompaniment of the highest class!
Water changes every second, extending over the entire surface of the water surface, suddenly appearing and also instantly disappearing. Crystal jets of water bend from side to side, then soar to an unattainable height, then suddenly collapse back into the lake. In general, the water is dancing!
Fantastic lighting all the time accompanies a fabulous water dance. From time to time, amazing paintings appear over the water: colorful, brightly colored sparkling flowers, a delightful sailboat, running along the expanse of water and much more. In addition, the movement of water jets harmonizes with the music. This building is the largest musical fountain in the world.
The amazingly beautiful performance attracts the attention of a huge number of tourists, leading them to indescribable delight. And you can see all this action even from a distance of 200 miles, as well as from space. This magnificent fountain is given the name - "The brightest star in the Middle East."
Location
The fountain was built in 2009 near the Burj Khalifa skyscraper. The latter is also one of the main attractions of Dubai. This skyscraper is the largest in the world (its height is 828 meters). The building consists of 164 floors.
Fahda Fountain
It should be noted that there is another largest fountain in the world, which is equal in height to Dubai. But it is not as spectacular as the one described above. In one of the cities of Saudi Arabia, Jeddah there is a fountain called Fahda, built in the 80s. It is named after the king of this country.
This building works day and night. It throws only two huge jets of water into the sky, but to a height of 312 m. These jets are visible from anywhere in the city of Jeddah. This world's largest fountain serves as a wonderful guide for many tourists and pilgrims of the country.
Its uniqueness also lies in the fact that its base is a quadrangular bowl, which is made in the likeness of an oriental smoker for various incenses. It is installed in the sea, near the coast. And the water used for the fountain is marine. This water product works round the clock, and turn it off only for checks and with increasing wind.
Amazing fountains of the world
Around the world, a huge number of amazingly beautiful unique fountains adorn the look of different cities. Consider some of the largest singing fountains in the world.
1. The Bellagio Fountain (USA). It is located in Las Vegas on an artificial lake in front of a hotel of the same name. Its peculiarity is large dance and music performances of water, music and light. Amazing actions take place accompanied by world famous works: “Viva Las Vegas”, “Your Song”, “Luck Be a Lady”, etc.
2. Fountain Trevi (Italy). Trevi is located in Rome. This is also one of the most famous fountains, accompanied by music. Its height is 26.3 m and its width is 49.15 m. It was created in the Baroque style. There is a well-known legend about this fountain, which says that a coin thrown into the fountain will help to return to Rome.
3. Montjuic (Spain). In Barcelona, near the Montjuic mountain, there is a magnificent fountain built in 1929 (at that time the International Exhibition was taking place there). And earlier, he presented only a light show. In the 80s of the XX century, the fountain was converted and by 1992 (the summer Olympics) it became color-musical.
4. Singapore Fountain of Prosperity. Singapore's huge shopping mall is decorated with the Prosperity Fountain (Santek City). It is a spectacular laser show, accompanied by live music, light and the dance of water.
