Minister of Housing, Utilities and Urban Communities, Moustafa Madbouly witnessed the launch of construction works at the Central Park (green river) in the New Administrative Capital (NAC), Invest Gate reports.

The park is set to establish itself as one of the largest and most distinctive urban parks in the world, marking a symbol of Egypt’s culture and civilization and linking between a number of smart urban districts in NAC, Madbouly said in an official statement on January 14.

It spans over 1,000 acres and extends across more than 10 kilometers, the prime minister added, noting that the project will be established according to the latest environmental standards and will contain world-class recreational amenities.

The government aims to finalize the park’s construction works, being implemented by seven contractors with around 5,000 equipment and hundreds of workers, within 18 months, he clarified.

Madbouly also pointed out that the government is working closely with the private sector to increase the quality of the development process and create several investment opportunities, explaining that the park’s corridor is divided into three main zones, each of which has their own unique identity.

Yehia Zaki, managing director of Dar Al-Handasah Consultants and the park’s development supervisor, said that the project reflects the richness of the Egyptian natural environment, confirming that the park will represent the main element in the urban construction of NAC.

The park is expected to host 2 mn visitors annually, bringing high-end communities together and promoting a healthy urban lifestyle for the city’s residents.