The complex may not look exactly like this, but the main thing is that it will allow you to feel like you’re on the Moon. Image: New Atlas
We all know how major companies dream of building a large residential base on the Moon, but that’s still far off. Nevertheless, there are already projects that can recreate the sensations of visiting the Moon here on Earth. The world’s largest spherical structure promises to become Earth’s main tourist attraction. This is an ambitious proposal from Moon World Resorts, which plans to create a unique entertainment and tourism center with the straightforward name “Moon,” promising visitors a realistic experience of being on the lunar surface. And you don’t even have to fly anywhere for this. All that’s left is to wait six years, which seems like a very short period of time.
The Largest Sphere
The project is still in the conceptual planning stage, but the announced dimensions are impressive: the sphere’s diameter will be an impressive 271 meters, and its height will be 312 meters. For comparison, the famous “Sphere” structure in Las Vegas has only about 157 meters in diameter and 112 meters in height. Thus, the new project promises to significantly surpass existing analogs and become the largest man-made sphere on the planet.
The main feature of the complex will be creating an artificial lunar surface that allows people to feel like astronauts. According to the concept, guests will be able to undergo a simulated experience of walking on Earth’s satellite. Although the exact mechanism for implementing such an effect is still unknown, it is expected that the technology will recreate the unique sensations associated with being on the Moon.
In addition, the space around the central structure will be surrounded by twenty towers forming a panoramic pathway equipped with solar panels. The complex will also be complemented by sixteen small spherical buildings and park zones.
What the Moon Complex Will Be Like
Besides the main attraction, the territory will include a comfortable hotel with four thousand rooms, a conference center, restaurants, shops, and a wellness center. There are plans for a transport hub, parking, a helipad, and premium residential complexes.
Most likely you’ll even be able to ride a lunar rover. Image: New Atlas
Despite the scale of the project, the exact location of the complex is still unknown. The company is considering different placement options, including Saudi Arabia, Australia, Brazil, China, Egypt, India, Poland, Spain, Thailand, the USA, and the United Arab Emirates. The final decision is planned to be made later.
Thus, the construction of a giant complex with the ability to virtually find yourself on the Moon is a promising project of the future, capable of attracting the attention of a wide audience and making a revolutionary breakthrough in the entertainment and tourism industry.
However, despite the optimism of developers, designers, and other organizers, the actual launch will have to wait about six more years. Construction completion is scheduled for 2032. So be patient and follow the developments. But even now, such a project looks very interesting.
All that remains is to wait and hope that it doesn’t fall through and that construction timelines don’t drag on. Although, considering the complexity of the complex, this is quite possible. After all, the world’s longest building has already been reduced many times over, even though construction has only just begun.