“Caravan of Women”: World’s largest mural painting unveiled in Dubai

“Caravan of Women” by Lebanese artist Souheil Madi, the world’s largest mural painting of its kind, was unveiled in Dubai. It is a football field size painting on the Gloria Hotel in Dubai can be seen from high altitudes and helicopters.
“Caravan of Womën” depicts the camel caravans that used to pass through the Arabian desert with women on board. Madi used a simple paintbrush to complete the painting replete with images showcasing the realities of the Arabian Desert. Madi said he took 100 hours to complete the painting with the help of an associate working on the 8^th floor of the Gloria Hotel in Dubai. The painting has become the latest tourism landmark in Dubai.

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2012