An amusement park and resort rumoured to have a price tag of US$200m is planned to be built in Astana, the capital of Kazakhstan.

Alongside the usual rides, hotels and a water park, The Meruyert Theme Park is due to boast an entertainment centre, virtual reality pavilions, an artificial island with a pirate theme and an artificial ice maze.
Set to be completed in 2025, the 180-hectare project is funded by local and European investment.