Neue Skihalle in Bahrain (1km!)

[skikoenig]

Bahrain Snowdome Details Published
May 20, Bahrain (Snow Hunter)--The remarkable details of the proposed Bahrain snowdome have been outlined.Ý

The dome will incorporate a 160 metre (550 feet) high tower around which a 1km (3,300 feet) long, 30 metre (100 feet) wide snow slope will wind down, using a new indoor snowmaking system.

The German company behind the new snowmaking system, Innovag, reports that currently all existing indoor snowmaking systems have the problem that they have to remove the used snow from time to time because it gets dirty, however their newÝsystem melts a certain amount of snow at the bottom of the snow cover every day. The same amount of fresh snow is added as a top layer.

In another departure from the indoor snow making norm, the new Innovag system can produce snow indoors without raising the humidity in the inside air.

A further difference to all existing snowdomes will be the laser projection developed by Carl Zeiss Jena, another German Company. It will enable visitors to ski within a virtual reality of mountain views and under blue sky. The Bahrain project has a scheduled opening in 2005.Ý Similar domes are planned for Milan, Paris and Beijing.

[starli]

.. und in welchem Land liegt das?

[Ram-Brand]

Ist das nicht ein Land?

Irgendwo da bei Saudi-Arabien?

[skikoenig]

Ist das nicht ein Land?

Irgendwo da bei Saudi-Arabien?

Korrekt!
Schweineheiss dort!

www.bahraintourism.com

Physical Characteristics

Bahrain, a group of 33 islands, with an area of 707 square kilometres, is situated in the Arabian Gulf, off the east coast of Saudi Arabia. The local time is GMT + 3 hours.

The state takes its name from the largest island Bahrain, which is 586.5 square kilometres. It is linked by causeways to Muharraq (international airport) and Sitra (industrial area and tank-farm). There are numerous other tiny islands, but they are mainly uninhabited and are best known for the variety of migrating birds which pass through in spring and autumn.

Arabic is the official language, although English is widely understood and it's used by most businesses.

Islam is the religion of Bahrain and is practised by a large, majority . Places of worship of other faiths exist on the island.

The climate is hot in summer and mild in winter. From November to April is very pleasant, with temperatures from 15 to 24 degrees centigrade. Temperatures are coolest between December and March when northerly winds prevail. From July to September temperatures average 36 degrees centigrade with high humidity.

The annual average rainfall is approximately 77 millimetres.

The Arabian Gulf has an average depth of only 35 metres and most of it in the vicinity of Bahrain is much shallower than this.


Government

H.H. The Amir, Shaikh Hamad Bin Isa Al Khalifa, came to power on the 6th of march 1999, following the path of the late Amir. His Highness the Amir Shaikh Hamad Bin Isa Al Khalifa has continued in steering the country towards prosperity, glory and success. Evidence of the achievement are found in every sector of the economy and is a source of pride and inspiration.
The country is widely respected by the international community for its progressive policies and programmes, thanks to the judicious leadership of His Highness and his wise government, led by His Highness Shaikh Khalifa Bin Sulman Al Khalifa, the Prime Minister and the continuous support of His Highness Shaikh Sulman Bin Hamad Al Khalifa the Crown Prince and Commander-in-Chief of the Bahrain Defence Force.

Apart from providing a stable government, it has been an active policy to encourage foreign investment and support private enterprise

Bahrain became a member of the United Nations and the Arab League in 1971. In 1981 it joined its five neighbours - Saudi Arabia, Oman, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates and Qatar - to form the strategic alliance called the Gulf Co-operation Council (GCC).

Bahrain has an independent legal and judicial system with a framework of commercial laws and, on this strength and its well developed infrastructure, has become an international and GCC arbitration centre.


Geography

Bahrain is an archipelago of 33 islands, with a total land area in excess of 700sq.kms.Its name is derived from two Arabic words "thnain Bahr" meaning "two seas" and refers to the phenomenon of sweet water springs under the sea which mingle with the salty water. This phenomenon is believed to be responsible for the unusual luster of Bahrain's natural pearls, the country's major economy before the advent of oil. In addition, the land was once blessed with a remarkable number of natural springs, which irrigated the fertile north and western belts for centuries. The central area is low lying and barren limestone rock covered with saline sand, which supports only hardiest desert vegetation. The highest point of Bahrain is the Jabel Dukhan, 134 meters above the sea level. The majority of Bahrain's oil wells are in this area. The country offers a fascinating blend of eastern and western cultures as high rise buildings vie for space with more traditional dwellings and ancient traditions and historical sites mix with modern developments and cosmopolitan living. Bahrain's population of around 600,000 consists of a significant percentage of expatriates from all over the world. Locals and expatriates live together and interact in a rare bond of fraternity and brotherhood. Such charms, along with an excellent network of hotels, apartments and restaurants, attract an increasing number of regional and international tourists.

Na super 36 Grad im Sommer und hohe Luftfeuchtigkeit! Die Skihalle muss ich nicht sehen, da geht man wahrscheinlich ein, wenn man da raus kommt!
Wenn ich dort wäre , wäre ich wahrscheinlich nur in der Halle!

[k2k]

... German company...

Das sind doch positive Meldungen in diesen wirtschaftlich schwachen Zeiten.

[miki]

The dome will incorporate a 160 metre (550 feet) high tower

Na ja, wenn der höchste Punkt Bahrains auf 134 m liegt (siehe oben) muss man ja einen Turm (?) bauen, um 160 m HU zu kriegen. Generell ist mir aber bei den Skihallen aufgefallen, das die Meisten 'in der Ebene' gebaut werden, also muss man auch den Höhenunterschied quasi 'künstlich' bauen. Warum tut man sich das an, wäre es nicht einfacher und billiger einen natürlichen Hang zu 'überdachen' und die Skihalle dort zu bauen? Liegt es daran das die meisten Skihallen in Grosstädten gebaut sind und die liegen meistens in der Ebene (nicht alle!)? Oder gibt's da andere Gründe

[GMD]

Eine Skihalle in der Wüste, was für eine Energieverschwendung! Aber sie haben dort das nötige Kleingeld um solche Dinge durchzuziehen. Auch Golfplätze gibt es ja inzwischen dort.

[starli]

energieverschwendung? die haben doch eh das öl in massen dort - und das, was dort verbraucht wird, braucht schon mal nicht wo anders hintransportiert zu werden :) Gleicht sich also wieder aus ...