Aldar has announced the launch of The Canopies, the first residential community at Yas Point, a US $1.6bn waterfront destination to be developed on Yas Island’s northern shore.

It comprises 592-apartments across 6 mid-rise buildings, offering studios and 1-3 bedroom apartments. Sales of the project’s residential units are set to commence on 29 July.

The Canopies is located minutes from Yas Island’s leading entertainment and lifestyle attractions.

The community also features more than 10,000sqm of landscaped open space, with shaded pathways, gardens, outdoor wellness areas, and social spaces.