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Dubai

Dubai is the tourism and commercial capital of the Arabian Gulf states, a fusion between East and West, combining ancient heritage and modern living. In this vibrant, multicultural city, traditional wind towers stand proudly alongside towering skyscrapers and spectacular beach resorts. One of the seven emirates that make up the Federation of the United Arab Emirates, Dubai, with its open business policies, is luring the world’s corporate giants to its shores. Dubai is one of the fastest growing populations in the world, and over 15 million tourists expected to visit annually by 2010, Dubai is a city of expanding horizons.

Boasting some of the world’s most iconic projects and structures, Dubai is a beacon of excellence, demonstrating what can be achieved with vision and determination. Dubai has a world-class infrastructure with state-of-the-art telecommunications, emerging financial markets, dedicated sector-specific environments, international schools and modern healthcare facilities. Superior shopping, extensive leisure facilities, luxurious accommodation and fine cuisine combine to create the quintessential Dubai lifestyle.




Travel Facts

Full Name : Dubai ; Area : 3,885 km² ; Population : 1,400,000 ; Country Dialing Code : +971 (Area code 04); Electricity: 220V 50Hz ; Currency : dirham; Climate : Dubai has a sub-tropical, arid climate. It is sunny, hot and dry most of the year. June to September are particularly hot months, with little or no rainfall; temperatures may shoot up to 45 degrees Celsius. The most pleasant months to visit Dubai are from November to March, when temperatures are more comfortable at around 10 to 30 degrees Celsius. ; Languages : Arabic, English and Urdu ; Religion : Muslim 96% (Shi'a 16%); Christian, Hindu, and other 4%;Best Time to Visit : November to March ; International Airport : Dubai International Airport.


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Travel Map of Dubai
Travel Map of Dubai

Highlights

Tourist Places

Events

» Grand Mosque
» Dubai Museum in Al          Fahidi Fort
» Jumeirah Mosque
» The Creek
» Sheikh Saeed’s House
» Dubai Beaches


» Emirates International        Luxury Fair
» Dubai Desert Classic
» Dubai Shopping Festival
History of Dubai

Originally a small fishing settlement, Dubai was taken over in about 1830 by a branch of the Bani Yas tribe from the Liwa oasis led by the Maktoum family...


Shopping in Dubai

The choice for the shopper is unlimited and those living in Dubai or holidaying in the emirate cannot help but spend their free time browsing around and looking at ....