The record-breaking mosaic is placed at the courtyard of the Police Academy in Al Wasel district, Dubai. WAM

Gulf Today, Staff Reporter

An outstanding piece of UAE flag made with mosaic, and measuring 498-square-metre has been added to the Guinness World Records.

The UAE flag was the result of an initiative by Nefsy – an e-commerce company – during the celebrations to mark the UAE's 49th National Day last year.

This was part of the biggest mosaic Emirati Flag campaign which the National Food Product Company silver-sponsored.

The giant UAE flag made with mosaic measures 498.33 m².

The campaign was conducted in collaboration with the Emirates Red Crescent, the Government of Dubai, and the Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department.

The initiative aimed at providing support to curb the COVID-19 and mitigate the pandemic’s social and economic impact, through in-kind donations for underprivileged families.

At least 49,000 food packs, including rice, flour, edible oil, sugar, salt, hand-sanitizers, as well as bottled water offered by the Oasis Water Company.

Each package was accompanied by a card for needy families, which included the phrase 'Don't Worry' as a message of support and love.

The Emirates Red Crescent contributed to the campaign by distributing the packages to families in need in 10 days.

The outstanding piece of the mosaic was placed at the courtyard of the Police Academy in Al Wasel district.