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The natural seawater inlet that cuts through the centre of the
city is the historical part of Dubai where visitors can take an
(small water taxi) and view the old trading port and
the dhows from...
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The old Bastakiya district is a step back in time to the days
before electricity and air-conditioning, where traditional
courtyard houses were cooled by wind towers. Old Dubai was famous
for its...
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The
, or traditional markets, are popular with bargain
hunters as well as sightseers and photographers. The most famous is
the Gold Souk, where the narrow streets are lined with shops
selling...
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Boasting the city's tallest minaret at 230 feet (70m), the Grand
Mosque is a notable landmark with its multi-domed style and
impressive size. It is an important place of worship and...
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One of the most advanced water theme parks ever designed, the
five-hectare (12-acre) water park at Wild Wadi offers families and
thrill seekers hours of fun, relaxation and...
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The Jumeirah Mosque is one of the most photographed sights in
Dubai. A fine example of modern Islamic architecture, this
beautiful mosque is also one of the city's largest, with a majestic
dome...
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The imposing 19th-century Al Faheidi Fort houses the Dubai
Museum, which has an impressive collection of military and cultural
artefacts, as well as working models and life-size displays
depicting...
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One of the city's newest and most interesting attractions is the
region's first indoor ski resort, with real snow and five runs
catering to both beginner and expert skiers and snowboarders....
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Sheikh Saeed Al-Maktoum's house dates back to the 19th century,
and was built for Dubai's ruler with commanding views over the sea.
It is one of the oldest residences in the city and has...
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For a real taste of Arabia, visitors can take a trip into the
desert with any number of tour operators into the rolling sand
dunes surrounding Dubai. Tours usually include a thrilling 4x4
drive...
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One of the main reasons holidaymakers flock to Dubai is to take
advantage of the stunning beaches. If visitors aren't staying
somewhere with access to the sand and sea, and don't want to pay
AED...
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The Bateaux Dubai Dinner Cruise provides visitors to the Emirate
with a unique and memorable way in which to view the older part of
Dubai. The two and a half hour cruise departs from just beyond...
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Opened in November 2008, the Dubai Mall is the world's largest
shopping centre and is home to around twelve hundred retailers. It
is the size of more than fifty football pitches and features an...
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Located in the enormous Dubai Mall, the recently-opened Dubai
Aquarium and Underwater Zoo is fast becoming one of the Emirates'
most popular attractions. Featuring the largest viewing panel...
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With a variety of sports to choose from, Al Nasr Leisureland
offers facilities to cater to just about every sport under the sun.
From an ice rink to swimming pools, tennis courts and a...
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This 82,890-square-foot (7,700 sq-metre) education park is
located in Dubai Creek Park and offers a wide range of activities
geared towards kids, making the educational process fun. Children
can...
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Wonderland Theme and Water Park in Dubai Creek Park is a must
for children struggling with the heat in this scorching city. The
Caribbean-themed park offers thrilling rides and slides such as...
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The Dubai Dolphinarium offers guests the chance to interact with
these gentle aquatic mammals and watch them perform tricks with
their trainers. The Dolphinarium is home to four Black...
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With what seems like an endless lawn, Creekside Park is a great
place for families and kids to enjoy while on holiday in Dubai.
Boasting botanical gardens, an 18-hole mini golf course,...
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While Musandam is technically part of Oman, the tiny peninsula
is all but surrounded by the United Arab Emirates. The barren
mountains that make up most of Musandam are home to a few...
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An ancient village positioned in the foothills of the Hajjar
Mountains, Hatta is located about 71 miles (115km) east of Dubai. A
popular weekend getaway for residents of the city, Hatta has a...
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The beautiful island of Kish is located in the Persian Gulf, off
the southern shore of mainland Iran. Sometimes referred to as the
'Pearl of the Persian Gulf', Kish is home to a resort with...
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The heart of cosmopolitan Dubai is the slick and modern Dubai
Marina, a development that continues to add new attractions each
year. World-class hotels and shopping malls dominate the
distinctive...
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