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The Face of Dubai
Some call Dubai the Hong Kong of the Middle East. It’s a city of juxtapositions, where East meets West. Not only is it a 21st century financial centre but also a popular holiday destination. Socially and culturally, life is liberal-alcohol is allowed, Western women can pretty much dress as they please and business is booming as companies can now open according to international law. Deira (on the northern bank) and Bur Dubai (to the south) are connected by two bridges. The river can also be crossed by abra (water taxi). Bur Dubai has substantial areas of old buildings, atmospheric alleyways and souks, including the world famous Gold Souk and colourful Spice Souk. Fascinating glimpses of the past can be gained from Al Fahidi Fort, the Dubai Museum (which houses, among other things, artifacts recovered from the ancient graves at Al-Ghusais) and the traditional wind tower houses of the nearby Bastakiya district. At the mouth of the creek is the magnificently restored Sheikh Saeeds Al Maktoum’s Palace, as well as the diving and heritage villages. The Deira side of the creek is cosmopolitan and lively with many attractive gardens and some fine shopping opportunities, ranging from western-style shops to ancient souks where spices, perfume, clothing, antiques, handicrafts and jewels can be found. The ’New’ Dubai can be found towards the Jumeirah area where the Ski Dubai slope in the Mall of the Emirates, the first indoor ski slope in the Middle East, draws a lot of attention as well as the fascinating Madinat Jumeirah Souq. This is a more western area which retains an Arab feel and is often crawling with tourists from all over the globe.|
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