Burj Al-ArabDubai’s
signature landmark is the Burj Al-Arab, the famous sail-shaped hotel
facing the Arabian Gulf. The world’s only seven-star hotel, it’s truly
the stuff of James Bond movies and superstars.
Dubai Creek (Khor Dubai)Cutting
through the heart of Dubai, the seawater Dubai Creek winds its way from
the trading port on the Gulf to the Ras al Khor bird sanctuary on the
desert edge of Dubai.
Palm Islands
The
Palm Islands is an trio of palm-shaped offshore developments in Dubai.
It is a mix of leisure, residential, marina and commercial
constructions, the islands form the shape of date palms linked to the
mainland by causeways. The most complete of these artificial island
developments is Palm Jumeirah, near Dubai Marina in Jumeirah.
Dubai MuseumDubai Museum is in Al
Fahidi Fort, built in 1787. It’s a terrific example of a desert fort,
with cannons and battlements. Dubai’s entertaining museum brings the
city’s past and present together in a series of life-size dioramas and
archaeological exhibits from desert excavations.
Jumeirah MosqueTo
enter the only mosque in the UAE open to non-Muslim visitors, make your
way to Jumeirah Mosque. It is designed to provide a better
understanding of Islam. All visitors need to be accompanied by a
registered guide from the Sheikh Mohammed Centre for Cultural
Understanding.
Sheikh Saeed Al-Maktoum's HouseVisit
the former home and government seat of the ruling Al Maktoum family,
Sheikh Saeed Al-Maktoum's House, built in 1894 for the present ruler’s
grandfather and now preserved as a museum. Inside you’ll see historic
photographs, documents and furnishings, but the real thrill comes from
stepping inside such a famous home, one of the oldest buildings in the
city.
Dubai SoukDubai’s Gold Souk is a market that shows
endless amounts of gold jewelry. With more than 300 jewelers on site to
accommodate all your gold related needs, the streets during the day are
swarming with visitors from all around the world enjoying the spectacle
of wall-to-wall gold, and course, the souk’s phenomenal prices.
Bastakia Quarter (Bur Bastakia)The
lovely Bastakia Quarter, or Bur Bastakia, is Dubai’s historic heart.
Here, in the narrow whitewashed lanes overlooked by lofty windtowers of
traditional courtyard houses, the glitz and glamor of Sheikh Zayed Road
and the Mall of the Emirates feel centuries away. This was one of the
original trading districts in old Dubai. Now famous for its delightful
old houses with windtowers rectangular structures that catch the wind
and circulate it around the houses.
Burj KhalifaBurj
Khalifa is part of the massive Downtown Dubai complex of offices,
hotels, shopping malls, entertainment precincts and apartment buildings.
Children's CityChildren’s
City, where learning is fun for children aged two to 15 years old.
Designed for kids, families and school groups, there’s everything here
for children to explore, play, discover, and learn about the world in
which we live.
WonderLandKids love Dubai’s many theme and
water parks, and WonderLand is the biggest of them all in the UAE.
There are more than 30 exciting rides, including freefall waterslides,
disco rides, roller coasters, the Lazy River water ride, activity pools,
rapids, carousels, trampolines, go-karts and the pirate ship.
Sheikh Saeed Al Maktoum Housethis
house was built in 1896 as a residence for the ruling family. The
traditional coral-block structure has four elegant windtowers and a
large central courtyard. Carved teak wood doors, wooden lattice screens
and balustrades have all been restored to former glory.
Fujairah FortThis
reputedly 360-year-old fort lies on a hill at the edge of the date
gardens, surrounded by the remains of the old town houses. The fort was
severely damaged in the early twentieth century by a British bombardment
but has been recently restored.
Fujairah Heritage VillageNear
Fujairah Fort, this heritage village has a good selection of
traditional houses (‘arish) and fishing boats (shasha) made from palm
fronds, providing an interesting backdrop to its living reconstruction
of traditional life on the East Coast.
Jahili FortThis
large restored fort set in its own grounds is situated close to the
public garden. A reconstruction of the fort, which has a distinctive
corner turret with four levels or terraces.
Qasr al-HosnLocated
on Khalid bin Walid St, Abu Dhabi, the White Fort or Old Fort is the
oldest building in Abu Dhabi. The original structure was constructed in
1793 as the official residence of Abu Dhabi’s rulers. Major renovations
took place in 1983.
The Abu Dhabi Cultural FoundationSituated
beside Qasr al-Hosn, the foundation is housed in a delightful modern
building of Islamic design with arching white colonnades, cool
courtyards and restful gardens. The Cultural Foundation has an important
library, theatre, cinema, lecture rooms, meeting rooms, an exhibition
centre and coffee shop.
Heritage VillageSituated on a
1600 sq. metre site overlooking the Corniche, near the Breakwater in Abu
Dhabi, this heritage village is run by Emirates Heritage Club. Here you
can journey to the past and experience traditional life in Abu Dhabi
before oil revenues altered the landscape, economically and socially.
Adventure:Desert Safaris in Abu DhabiDesert
Safaris in Abu Dhabi are the most popular recreation activity in the
city and are a major attraction for locals and tourists alike. You can
choose to traverse through the Gulf desert either on board a camel or
the more adventurous at heart can also opt for dune driving or Wadi
Bashing in Abu Dhabi.
Dhow Cruising in Abu DhabiDhow
Cruising in Abu Dhabi is the perfect way to enjoy the picturesque
beauty of the city on board an exciting cruise. Enjoy the panoramic
natural landscape all around you as you float on the tranquil waters in
Dhow Cruising in Abu Dhabi.A 'dhow' is a traditional wooden boat that is
ideally equipped with all the modern amenities for tourists. A dhow
cruise takes you on an unforgettable journey through the beautiful city
of Abu Dhabi.
Power Boat Racing:For a complete
thrilling experience, enjoy the spirit of Powerboat Racing in Abu Dhabi.
Powerboat Racing in Abu Dhabi is a sport that is widely acclaimed, not
only in the city, but the world over. This is because Abu Dhabi earned
recognition for being the first city in the Middle East to organize the
world renowned UIM Formula One Powerboat Race.
Scuba Diving in Abu DhabiScuba
Diving is a major attraction for locals and tourists to the city alike.
For those who love exploring the mysterious underwater world and wish
to get acquainted with the fascinating marine life, Scuba Diving in Abu
Dhabi is just the perfect choice.
Wadi BashingAmong
the numerous adventure activities in the city, Wadi Bashing in Abu Dhabi
is the most liked by locals and tourists alike and is also,
undoubtedly, the most daring. For those who love to take risks and have
the nerve to move ahead fighting all odds, Wadi Bashing in Abu Dhabi is
just the right choice. The sport involves driving a four-wheeler on the
desert sand, which might actually get much tougher as it apparently
seems at the onset! For one, driving on the desert sand dunes is very
tough.
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