Muscat - One of the most anticipated projects in the country, Mall of Muscat, is set to open its doors to the public on April 15.
 
The key highlight of the ambitious project is the Oman Aquarium, which spread over 8,000sq m is the largest such facility in the Middle East. It will have over 30,000 animals and many exhibits including a walk-through tunnel.

Speaking to Muscat Daily , Abdullah al Jarwani, member, board of directors, Mall of Muscat, said, “A majority of the shops are rented out, with over 76 per cent of them to open with the launch.”

He added that Oman Aquarium will be opened the same day while other attractions like Snow Village and Go-karting tracks will open at a later date.

About the aquarium project, the company stated, “It will be the largest aquarium in the Middle East. The aquarium will contain 3mn litres of water, 50 plus exhibits and over 30,000 animals. There will be a variety of beautiful fish, sharks, rays, octopus...there will even be penguins and crocodiles.”