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Dubai Sightseeing |
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Enlighten your life with the best attractions in
Dubai
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Dubai Museum |
Year 1799 marked the building of Al Fahidi Fort. It was built
against foreign invasion. This splendid fort is now Dubai
Museum. Therefore, allowing visitors to peep into the rich
culture and heritage of Dubai. The entrance of Dubai Museum is
marked with a great collection of old maps exhibiting urban
expansion of Dubai in the year 1960 to 1980. Dubai Museum offers
a unique trip to desert life, traditional Arabian homes,
mosques, fishing, pearl diving and trade. Major highlights of
Dubai Museum are artifacts from excavated graves, musical
instruments.
Address: Al Fahid Street. Opposot Grand Mosque & Diwan, adult
Dh3, child Dh1.
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Grand Mosque |
Situated on the Bur Dubai side of the Creek near the Ruler's
Court, Grand Mosque was re-built in 1998 and now has, at 70
metres, the city's tallest minaret. It has 45 small domes in
addition to nine large ones boasting stained glass panels,
making it a distinguished landmark and important place of
worship.
Address: Ali bin Talib Street, opposite Dubai Museum.
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Sheikh Saeed Al Maktoum House (Museum, Port
Rashid, Dubai) |
Shaikh Saeed was the grandfather of the present ruler and his
house has been restored as a museum. Dating from the late 1800s,
Sheikh Saeed's House was built in a commanding position near the
sea so the Ruler could observe shipping activity from the
balconies. An ambitious restoration project has returned
the house to its former glory and makes it a showcase for the
history and development of Dubai. Sheikh Saeed's house can be
visited as part of the Big Bus Company's tour of Dubai. The
ticket price of Dhs 75 includes the entrance to Sheikh Saeed's
House and Dubai museum as well.
Address: Al-Shindagha Road
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Burj Al Arab |
This is an impressive landmark, a five star hotel (unofficially
known as the worlds only seven star hotel) which is built on an
artificial island, with a sail-shaped build reaching out at
321m. It is certainly an extraordinary building with superb
interior decor, including a Skyview bar with amazing views.
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Jumeirah Archeological site |
This is one of the most important archeological sites in the UAE
where pieces were found dating back from the 6th Century AD.
Remains from the site link it to the 3rd-6th centuries AD when
the Persian Sassanid Empire dominated, and the Umayyad Dynasty
in the 7th century when Islam arrived in the Gulf.
Address : Off 27 street, near Jumeirah Beach Park.
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Wild Wadi Waterpark |
This is certainly something for the children to enjoy. The
waterpark includes many exciting rides for all ages which are
based on the Legend of Arabian adventurer, Juha and his friend
Sinbad. The waterpark also includes the popular almost free-fall
ride, Jumeirah Sceirah.
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Burj Nahar |
Year 1870 marked the foundation of Burj Nahar. Three watch
towers guard this beautiful city. Burj Nahar is one of the
three-watch towers, positioned in Deira. Picturesque gardens and
exotic surroundings provide the perfect backdrop for
photographers and tourists. People from all over the world come
to visit this magnificent and beautiful tower.
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Dhow Wharfage |
Having been docked at the Creek since the 1830’s, these wooden
sailing vessels were used in the Indian Ocean and Arabic Sea.
Dhow sailors work very hard, trading with nearby countries,
re-exporting many products such as electrical goods which have
flown in from China, Singapore and South Korea.
Address: Baniyas Road
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Heritage House |
This is a wealthy pearl merchants residence. Here visitors are
offered chick-peas and tea, a traditional Emirati snack. The
house is built like an old bastakiya building, built from coral
and gypsum. The staff are very friendly and more than happy to
carry out tours around the rooms which all look out on to the
central courtyard.
Address: Al-Ahmadiya Street.
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Outskirt of Dubai, the historical town of Hatta |
This town is situated in the foothills of the majestic Hajar
Mountains. The hatta Fort hotel is idyllic; overlooking the
stunning mountainous views and is a perfect weekend get-away
from the hectic city of Dubai.
The Hatta Rock Pools are the main attraction in the area and are
located 20km from Hatta. The crystal clear pools are made up of
cracks in the rocks which have developed along the riverbeds and
are safe to swim in.
The Heritage Village offers a great example of how life was in
Hatta before its modernisation, with its traditional fort, mud
houses and stone buildings. In this village you can visit the
famous Hatta House which gives you an idea of how homes were
designed just a couple of decades ago.
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Hatta Mountains |
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From Jurassic Park to Hatta in one leap, Larger than life: The
30 metre long Dinosaur dwarfed by the Hatta Mountains. The
stairs under its tail will lead to a room built in its stomach
where replics of the stone Age are kept. A white prancing horse
adorns a hill on top at the farm. Visitors to the farm are
greeted by a cannon. The driveway, internal roads and walkways
are made of stone with pictures created from different coloured
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