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.
The plans are part of "a long-term strategic partnership" between the QIC and Toei Animation, the Japanese producer of Dragon Ball.
According to the official Dragon Ball website, the park will include a roller coaster inside the dragon modelled after Shenron, a wish-giving dragon that features in the franchise.
Qiddiya is a major entertainment and tourism project being built near Saudi Arabia's capital Riyadh.
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