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What you need to know about Dubai?
United Arab Emirates is a country composed of seven emirates. One of
those seven is Dubai, the city of dreams. In addition, this emirate
possesses the most number of residents. Dubai and Abu Dhabi are the
only emirates that have the power to veto on certain matters deemed
important by the country’s legislature. Dubai is located on South of
the Arabian Gulf in the Arabian Peninsula. The keep the city’s economy
up Dubai welcomed depositors and traders in the city. The boost of
foreign investors made the city prosperous. However, the Arabian Gulf
War had a negative effect on the city’s economy. Fortunately, the
discovery oil has helped Dubai’s economy recover. Despite the booming
industry, Dubai’s revenues came mostly from property, tourism, and
financial services.
At present Dubai is a booming city with an
economy that continues to grow. This growth has opened many work
opportunities for local and international employees alike.
Where to go in Dubai
If you are interested in discovering the history of Dubai then the
Dubai Museum is the perfect place for you. The older name for Dubai
Museum is Al Fahidi Fort. In the Dubai museum, you can find a huge
collection old maps that displays the continuing expansion of Dubai.
The Dubai Museum is also the perfect place to peek at Dubai’s rich
history. If you want an up close and personal experience with Dubai’s
history then you can try to visit Bastakiya Quarters. Bastakiya is one
of Dubai’s most visited heritage sites. The Bastakiya district will
surely give you a glimpse of the old Dubai with the narrow lanes and
tall wind-towers. For a great view of Islamic architecture then a
visit to Jumeirah Mosque will surely give a personal view of this
impressive architectural category.
Business Hours
If you are a tourist in Dubai, it is imperative that you know the
business hours of the attractions that you are planning to visit.
Knowing the business hours will help you get to your destination on
time. If your first stop is Dubai Museum to take note of their
visiting hours. Sundays to Thursdays Dubai Museum is open from 8:30 am
to 8: 30 pm daily. On Fridays, Dubai museum opens at 2:30 pm to 8:30
pm. For trip down memory lane at Bastakiya take note that it is open
from Saturdays to Thursdays from 8:30 am to 7:30 pm and on Fridays
from 1:30 pm to 7:30 pm. To get inside the Jumeirah Mosque you will
need to register first. Registration is compulsory and starts at
9:45am. The mosque is open Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays
from 10 am to 11 pm.
Dubai is a great city. It is the perfect
example of architectural excellence. If you want to see amazing
buildings drive around Dubai. You can get to Dubai by air and by land.
Choose the type of transportation that is suitable for you.
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