Ras Al Khaimah’s Marjan Island – in pictures

  • Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah. Photo: Wam WAM
    Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah. Photo: Wam WAM
  • The development will house a huge resort by 2026. Photo: Marjan Island
    The development will house a huge resort by 2026. Photo: Marjan Island
  • The deal to host the Wynn hotel was signed by Abdullah Al Abdooli, chief executive of Marjan, and Craig Billings, chief executive of Wynn Resorts. Photo: Marjan Island
    The deal to host the Wynn hotel was signed by Abdullah Al Abdooli, chief executive of Marjan, and Craig Billings, chief executive of Wynn Resorts. Photo: Marjan Island
  • The multi-billion-dollar resort will include a gaming area. Photo: Marjan Island
    The multi-billion-dollar resort will include a gaming area. Photo: Marjan Island
  • The construction of Bab Al Bahr Residences on Marjan Island in 2009. Paulo Vecina / The National
    The construction of Bab Al Bahr Residences on Marjan Island in 2009. Paulo Vecina / The National
  • Today, Marjan Island has about 7.8 kilometres of pristine beaches and 23 kilometres of waterfront in addition to world-class hotels and residential developments. Photo: Ras Al Khaimah Tourism
    Today, Marjan Island has about 7.8 kilometres of pristine beaches and 23 kilometres of waterfront in addition to world-class hotels and residential developments. Photo: Ras Al Khaimah Tourism
  • The island is also renowned for its New Year’s Eve fireworks. Getty
    The island is also renowned for its New Year’s Eve fireworks. Getty