Legacy Entertainment to design water resort in Uzbekistan

California-based entertainment design firm, Legacy Entertainment, has been retained by Uzbekistan’s Tourism and Entertainment Group (TEG) to design an upcoming integrated resort in Uzbekistan’s capital city of Tashkent.

Tourism and Entertainment Group (TEG) is a rapidly growing subsidiary of AKFA Group (not to be confused with TEG of Australia).

Projected to cost over $250,000,000 to construct, the 28-hectare (69 acre) resort will feature signature Hotel, Retail, and Water Park amenities, and is currently planned to open its first phase in 2027.

At the heart of the resort will be a 20-hectare Water Park featuring over 20 uniquely-designed rides and shows designed to evoke both the local stories and fables of Uzbekistan, as well as the breadth of the country’s natural splendour.

Executives from Uzbekistan’s TEG noted  “the architectural design of the park will be meticulously crafted to reflect Uzbekistan's history and traditions, ensuring that every aspect of The Grand Serai resonates with the country's cultural identity. Visitors can expect a journey through time, as they traverse the park, encountering modern thrills intertwined with echoes of the past.”

Marcus King, Chief Projects Officer of Legacy Entertainment, as well as one of the firm’s owners advised “our team thrives on creative challenges. The depth and diversity of Uzbekistan’s culture, both ancient and modern, is providing us with some of the most exciting inspiration our team has ever had to work from. As of this moment, no one has interpreted Uzbekistan’s culture through a theatrical or cinematic lens - so everything  is on the table for our very experienced team to work with.”

While additional details about the resort will be forthcoming, TEG did reveal the themes of two signature zones: ‘The Silk Road Shops’ will be the property’s flagship retail and dining experience, highlighting the country’s importance as the central point between Asia and Europe along the Silk Road; while the Water Park will sport the original brand of ‘Azure’ inspired by the specific shade of blue found on the country’s flag.

Tourism and Entertainment Group (TEG) is a rapidly growing subsidiary of AKFA Group. TEG specializes in the Entertainment, Tourism, and HoReCa (Hotel, Restaurant, Café) sectors. AKFA Group of Companies is one of the largest holdings in Central Asia and the first largest manufacturer and exporter of aluminum and plastic profiles in Uzbekistan.

Based in Hollywood, California, USA, Legacy Entertainment is one of the world’s leading designers of Theme Parks and Aquariums. Signature projects to date have included Shanghai Haicang Ocean Park, Lotte World Adventure Busan, and The Sea Shell at VinWonders Phu Quoc.

Legacy Entertainment is also active in the arena of resort design, with flagship projects including Studio City Macau and Galaxy Macau. Most recently, the firm opened Batavia - the world’s first overwater retail mall at Indonesia’s PIK development.