Monday, September 13, 2010
Tuesday, September 7, 2010
MANILA OCEAN PARK (SEPT. 06, 2010) Biglaan
The Manila Ocean Park is an oceanarium in Manila, Philippines. It is owned by China Oceanis Philippines Inc., a subsidiary of China Oceanis Inc., a Singaporean-registered firm that has operated four oceanariums in China. It is located behind the Quirino Grandstand at Rizal Park. It opened on March 1, 2008.[1] In terms of floor space, the 8,000 square metres (86,000 sq ft) oceanarium is larger than the SentosaUnderwater World oceanarium in Singapore, and features a 25 metres (82 ft) underwater acrylic tunnel.
The Manila Ocean Park has already begun, but there are still sections of the park that are still undergoing construction and development. The layout of the Manila Ocean Park shows how the whole establishment would appear once it is fully operational.
First Phase – Oceanarium had its soft opening date on March 1, 2008.
Second Phase – includes the marine-themed mall and the hotel, theme park, outdoor pools, restaurants which are soon to open in mid to late 2008. The four-star Hotel H20 Manila opened its doors in 2009 and boasts a distinctive, fresh style and outstanding service. With just 147 rooms over three floors, the Hotel H20 revitalises guests with beautiful interiors, first-rate facilities and superb comfort. Rooms offer views over Manila Bay, the city, or the marine life of the Hotel H20 aquarium.
Third Phase – the open marine habitats which are set to open in the second quarter of 2009.
General Sections of the Manila Ocean Park
Oceanarium:
Sections of MOP Oceanarium
- Agos (Flow) – a rainforest motif complete with 8 tanks of freshwater fishes.
- Bahura (The Reef) – exhibition of artificial corals in 48 tanks
- Laot (Fishing Ground) – features big fish and Eagle-spotted rays in a long tank.
- Buhay na Karagatan (Living Ocean) – the main attraction of the oceanarium is a 25-meter long walkway tunnel with 220-degree curved acrylic walls similarly seen in Ocean Park Hong Kong, Underwater World in Singapore, Siam Ocean World in Bangkok, Thailand and Aquaria KLCC in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The difference between MOP's is a 220-degree curved tunnel as compared to the standard 180-degree curved tunnels seen in other Asian countries.
- Kalaliman ( The Deep ) - showcases marine animals found in the deepest parts of the Philippine's waters
- Pagi (Sting Ray)– variety of rays fly over while you're under this unique Overhang Tank.
- Pating (Shark) – features several species of shark.Acquatica Musical Fountain:
Manila's tallest musical fountain as tall as 120 feet high and the largest water and laser show consisting of over 1,600 water nozzles; fabulous water, music, lights & special effects; backed by live performance; night attraction Wednesday to Sunday 7:00 pm.
Marine Life Habitat:
Sea lions performance, soon to open on September 2010
Concourse Plaza:
The Concourse Plaza houses big events like concerts, performances and product launches for the whole year.
Marine-Themed Mall:
The first marine-themed mall in the Philippines which houses 25 restaurants where customers can enjoy Manila's beautiful sunset, and even dine al fresco. The mall also features 30 unique stores.
Open Water Marine Habitat:
The Open Water Marine Habitat is an outdoor swimming pool with diving facilities where visitors go snorkeling or diving.
History
The MOP is owned by China Oceanis Philippines Inc., a subsidiary of China Oceanis Group Ltd (COG). It is a company that specializes in the investment, building, and operation of public aquarium/oceanarium attractions. The Group currently owns and operates two Underwater World facilities in China, specifically in the cities of Chongqing and Qinghuangdao, China. Through years of operating and design experience, the Group now possesses an experienced team of specialists capable of providing end-to-end services to the developer and operator of public aquarium/oceanarium facilities.
Past projects:
- Nanjing Underwater World – Nanjing, China
- Tai Ping Yang Underwater World – Beijing, China
- Xinao Underwater World – Qinghuangdao, China
- Chong Qing XinAo Underwater World – Chongqing, China
- Sahara Star Hotel – Mumbai, India[2][3]
References
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