Volcano fountain
I love the UAE and always think of ways to contribute to the
society.
Of late, I have been wondering if there is any possibility
for the restoration of the historic Volcano fountain, that was there in Abu
Dhabi, from the period 1984 - 2004. It was demolished and gave way to the
modernisation of Abu Dhabi Corniche.
As we say, when something is there, we do not find its
value, and when it is gone, we miss it very much.
Volcano Fountain, rated as one of the top 10 fountains in
the world, was one such fascinating attraction.
Since 2005, I am making humble efforts to attract the
attention of the authorities about its prestigious value in the architectural
history of Abu Dhabi. The campaign is gaining momentum slowly and steadily.
Whoever were here during the period, and whoever were not
here and watched the videos of it, say that it is one attraction that should be
recreated in modern Abu Dhabi. It was a place where all nationalities once
turned up to exchange pleasantries, met family and friends during weekends.
I continue to dream too, placing the Volcano Fountain among
various probable scenic spots being developed within the city.
As they say, if you dream, Dream Big, and one day I wish and
hope that my hope of recreating a new Volcano Fountain will come true too.
Ramesh Menon
Short Take - Gulf Today - 10th May 2014
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