An official opening date has yet to be revealed.
The project is a collaboration between Miral, an Abu Dhabi-based entertainment developer, and The Walt Disney Company.
Once completed, it will be Disney’s seventh global destination, adding to its parks in California, Florida, Tokyo, Paris, Hong Kong, and Shanghai.
The new resort will be developed and constructed by Miral, while Disney will handle creative design, attraction development and overall experience planning
Robert Iger, chief executive officer of The Walt Disney Company, said in a statement: “This is an extraordinary opportunity for Disney to bring its renowned storytelling to yet another region of the world with a completely new theme park experience that will be a cultural, entertainment and technological marvel.”
Josh D’Amaro, chairman of Disney Experiences, said: “The concept for this resort will push the boundaries of theme park design, showcasing groundbreaking technology and visionary architecture, including a modern castle unlike anything we’ve ever created.”
