The World is an artificial archipelago of various small islands constructed in the rough shape of a map of the landmasses of the Earth, located 4 km (2.5 mi) off the coast of Dubai, United Arab Emirates.  The World, islands, are extremely exclusive and are sold by invitation only.  Islands in The World fall into one of several categories:

• Low Density - residential islands spaced further apart for those with more money who want more privacy. Whether intentional or not, it seems appropriate that those areas are in Greenland, Northern Canada, and Siberia.
• Medium and High Density - residential areas.
• Resorts - the focus is hotel and resort accommodation but you might find a shop or two also.
• Commerical - shopping, entertainment, restaurants, cafes, moonlight walks along the promenade.
• Transportation - hubs where you can catch a boat to connect to mainland Dubai

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