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DUBAI – The Crown Prince of Dubai invites adventurers to experience this Guinness World Record-certified swimming pool, which reaches an incredible depth of 60.02 metres.

Dubai is now home to the world’s deepest diving pool.

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Located in Dubai’s Nad Al Sheba neighborhood, Deep Dive Dubai’s swimming pool has been certified by Guinness World Records as the world’s deepest diving pool, reaching an incredible depth of 60.02 meters and holding 14 million liters of water – the equivalent of six sessions Olympic-sized swimming pool.

The 1,500-square-meter facility, shaped like a giant oyster in keeping with the UAE’s pearl-diving tradition, also features a dive shop, gift shop and an 80-seat restaurant that will open to the public later this year, as well as a A variety of meeting, event and meeting spaces.

The pool has been endorsed by Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, who took to social media on Wednesday to invite adventurers to try it out.

“At Deep Dive Dubai, the whole world is waiting for you,” he wrote, posting a fascinating video of the emirate’s newest attraction.

Sunken cities and hidden rooms

The 60m pool features two underwater habitats with drying chambers at 6m and 21m respectively, 56 underwater cameras covering every angle of the pool, and an advanced sound and mood lighting system.

Fresh water in the pool is filtered and circulated every six hours through siliceous volcanic rock, NASA-developed filtration technology and ultraviolet radiation from one of the largest and fastest filtration systems in the region. The pool water temperature is kept at an optimum temperature of 30 degrees Celsius for divers’ comfort.

Deep Dive Dubai’s pool features the latest technology and unrivaled facilities, including the most advanced hyperbaric chamber in the region, a stunning sunken city for divers of all levels to explore, abandoned streetscapes, and apartments , garage and arcade, and other surprises.

Handpicked teams of international diving experts offer freediving and scuba diving experiences and courses for all ability levels.

A large viewing area on the lower floors of the building allows diners in the restaurant and other rooms to peek into the underwater environment.

Underwater Meetings, Weddings and Movie Experiences

Not only does Deep Dive Dubai hold the title of the deepest diving pool in the world, it is also the largest underwater film studio in the region, complete with media editing rooms, video walls, 56 underwater cameras and the ability to create different atmospheres with 164 lights throughout swimming pool.

Accommodating events for up to 100 people and offering on-site catering options, it’s also the region’s most vibrant meeting and event venue, capable of hosting everything from product launches and movie screenings to birthday parties and weddings.

Abdulla Bin Habtoor, spokesperson for Deep Dive Dubai, said: “Deep Dive Dubai allows thrill-seekers to dive in and discover a new underwater dimension full of adventure and wonder. The facility is an investment in Dubai’s growing sports culture and will Adding another world-class destination to Dubai’s thriving tourist attraction and adventure tourism sector.”

“In developing the concept and facility, we drew inspiration from the bravery and resilience of the Emirati pearling tradition. We also wanted to embody the determination of Emirati explorers and innovators past and present, and provide a platform for future achievement and discovery, ’ added Bin Habtoor.

For Jarrod Jablonski, Director of Deep Dive Dubai, himself a world record holder and a global leader in the development of scuba diving, Deep Dive Dubai offers a best-in-class dive safety practice designed to welcome everyone, from absolute beginners to Experienced diver.

“Deep Dive Dubai has been designed to offer something truly unique for everyone, and our team is committed to ensuring an unforgettable experience,” said Jablonski.

“For those looking for a unique experience, Deep Dive Dubai offers an exceptional, safe and controlled environment to learn all about diving. For experienced members of the freediving and scuba diving community, it is a A unique facility and experience.”

Public reservations will open at deepdivedubai.com at the end of July.