Legacy Entertainment is to design an upcoming integrated resort in Uzbekistan’s capital city of Tashkent.
The resort will include the largest integrated water park and is slated to open in 2027.
Uzbekistan’s Tourism and Entertainment Group (TEG) has retained the experienced destinations design firm Legacy Entertainment to design TEG’s new project.
The Uzbekistan project is estimated to cost $250,000,000 to construct and sprawl 28-hectares (69 acres). The resort will feature signature Hotel, Retail, and Water Park amenities.
At the heart of the resort will be a 20-hectare Water Park featuring over 20 uniquely designed rides and shows designed to evoke both the local stories and fables of Uzbekistan, as well as the breadth of the country’s natural splendour. The waterpark project is promising to offer a record-breaking component to its visitors from around the globe.
The Grand Serai, a theme inspired by the caravanserais located along The Silk Road, will be a celebration of Uzbekistan’s rich culture. Throughout their visit, guests will experience imaginative reinterpretations of the country’s architecture, food, music, fashion.
“The architectural design of the park will be meticulously crafted to reflect Uzbekistan’s history and traditions, ensuring that every aspect of The Grand Serai resonates with the country’s cultural identity,” said a spokesperson for TEG.
“Visitors can expect a journey through time, as they traverse the park, encountering modern thrills intertwined with echoes of the past.”
“Our team thrives on creative challenges,” says Marcus King, Chief Projects Officer of Legacy Entertainment, as well as one of the firm’s owners.
“The depth and diversity of Uzbekistan’s culture, both ancient and modern, is providing us with some of the most exciting inspiration our team has ever had to work from. As of this moment, no one has interpreted Uzbekistan’s culture through a theatrical or cinematic lens – so everything is on the table for our very experienced team to work with.”
Following an international search, TEG, part of Uzbekistan’s AKFA Group, selected the Hollywood, California-based Legacy Entertainment to lead the design effort. The firm, responsible for many of the world’s top Theme Parks and Resorts, assembled a special team for the Uzbekistan resort, with its members having pedigrees from Walt Disney Imagineering, Universal Studios and Cirque du Soleil. Working in tandem with Legacy, these themed destination design experts will bring Hollywood magic to Uzbekistan.
While additional details about the resort will be forthcoming, TEG did reveal the themes of two signature zones: “The Silk Road Shops” will be the property’s flagship retail and dining experience, highlighting the country’s importance as the central point between Asia and Europe along the Silk Road; while the Water Park will sport the original brand of “Azure.” inspired by the specific shade of blue found on the country’s flag.
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