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Saudi Arabia has announced it will build a theme park based on the famed Japanese animated series Dragon Ball, sparking mixed reactions from fans.
It will feature a 70m (229.6ft) dragon at its centre and at least 30 rides, the firm behind the project says.
The park would be the world's first such attraction based on the popular media franchise.
The announcement was met with some criticism from fans, citing Saudi Arabia's human rights record.
The park will cover more than half a million square metres, according to Qiddiya Investment Company (QIC) which is wholly owned by the Saudi Arabian government's investment fund.
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It will feature a 70m (229.6ft) dragon at its centre and at least 30 rides, the firm behind the project says.
The park would be the world's first such attraction based on the popular media franchise.
The announcement was met with some criticism from fans, citing Saudi Arabia's human rights record.
The park will cover more than half a million square metres, according to Qiddiya Investment Company (QIC) which is wholly owned by the Saudi Arabian government's investment fund.
Dragon Ball: First theme park to be built in Saudi Arabia
The announcement was met with mixed reactions from fans of the famed anime.
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