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Either you are looking for the tranquility of the desert or the lively souk and the shopping malls, in Dubai you have the variety of activities to choose from. Moreover in Dubai you will encounter many cultures from different parts of the world which blend together within one city. Dubai is a very compact city where you can enjoy most activities within a short time frame. You can experience the shopping, desert safari, sand dunes, the souq, the old and the modern Dubai all together without stressing yourself out. Let’s explore the modern and old Dubai and see the variety of choices that make you enjoy your stay: Bastakiya The old Bastikiya city was famous for its windtowers which lined on both sides of Creek with the purpose of cooling houses before electricity arrived. The place which is currently under renovation will be presented as a tourist destination which includes cultural centre, restaurants and museums. Archaeological Sites Visit the main archeological sites in Al Ghusais, Al Sufooh and Jumeirah. Some of those sites are dating back more than 2000 years. Currently visitors need to acquire a permit from the Dubai Museum to visit these sites. Sheikh Saeed’s House A great example of traditional architecture which dates back to late 1800s, the house was built by the sea for the purpose of observing shipping activities. Jumeirah Mosque The Jumeirah Mosque is Dubai’s one of the most well-liked sights with its modern Islamic architecture. The mosque has two minarets and the majestic dome was built of stone in medieval Fatimid tradition. Bait Al Wakeel Built in 1934 by the late Sheikh Rashid, Bait Al Wakeel was Dubai’s first office building. It is situated at the edge of the Creek near the Abra landing, and the building has been completely restored and now houses a museum dedicated to Dubai’s fishing and maritime society. Grand Mosque Another distinguished landmark of Dubai and important place of worship is the Grand Mosque, which is situated on the Bur Dubai side of the Creek near the Ruler’s court. The mosque has 45 small domes in addition to nine large nes boasted stained glass panels. The Souks There are different Souks on both sides of the Creek that are the most authentic places to visit and to go for shopping. In the tiny streets of the Spice Souk, the scents of the past can be savored. There are lots of traditional gifts waiting for you such as bags of spices, incense, rose petals and traditional medical products. The Gold souk which is slightly larger than the Spice Souq offering a world of fine jewellery where the gold prices are among the lowest in the world. If you are looking for Shisha’s, they are located just few streets around the Souq. The Fish Souk in Deira where local fishermen unload mountains of fresh fish, which they then sell in bargaining session is a main attraction of the city. All different kinds of fishes such as kingfish, red snapper, rock cod (the popular local hammour), barracuda, tuna, lobster, crab, king prawn, sea bream, squid, pomfret, shark, mackerel, sardine and other species are available for most of the year. Dubai Museum Al Fahidi Fort which had been built in 1799 was renovated in 1970 for use as a museum was once guarding the city from landward approaches. The restoration and the addition of galleries was completed in 1995. Colourful and evocative dioramas, complete with life-size figures and sound and lighting effects, depict everyday life in old days. One of the most impressive scens exhibits the underwater world of pearl-diving, and is accompanied by sets of pearl merchants’ weights, scales and sieves. Heritage and Diving Villages The Diving Village forms part of an ambitious plan to turn the entire Shindagha area into a cultural microcosm, recreating life in Dubai as it was in days gone by. A traditional heritage village, located near the mouth of the Creek, has been created where potters and weavers display their crafts. Her|
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