Located on Al Jumeira Road this mosque, one of the most beautiful
of all, and a fine example of modern Islamic architecture.
The beauty of the mosque, the city's largest, is seen at its
very best particularly when floodlit after sundown, when the
subtle lighting throws its artistry into relief. The mosque
is one of the most visited and photographed sights. Tours
are at 10am every Sunday and Thursday mornings. For tour information,
contact the Sheikh Mohammed Centre for Cultural Understanding,
which is open 8am - 3pm, Sat-Wed.
Sheikh
Saeed Al Maktoum House (Museum)
Port Rashid, Dubai
Shaikh Saeed was the grandfather of the present ruler and
his house has been restored as a museum. Dating from the late
1800s, Sheikh Saeed's House was built in a commanding position
near the sea so the Ruler could observe shipping activity
from its balconies. With its windtowers and layers of rooms
built around a central courtyard, it is a fine example of
regional architecture. An ambitious restoration project has
returned the house to its former glory and makes it a showcase
for the history and development of Dubai.
Sheikh Saeed's house can be visited as part of the Big Bus Company's tour of Dubai. The ticket price of Dhs 75 includes the entrance to Sheikh Saeed's House and Dubai museum as well.
Shindagha
At the mouth of the Creek, Shindagha is the original site
from which Dubai grew. Sheikh Saeed's house, the former home
of the ruling Maktoum family, has been carefully restored
here. Open daily from 8:30am - 8:30pm, except Fridays: 3pm
- 8:30pm.
| Timings: Open daily from
8:30am - 8:30pm except Fridays: 3pm - 8:30pm |
Spice
Souk
The narrow lanes of the spice souk are redolent with cloves,
cardamom, cinnamon, incense, dried fruit and nuts. Imported
from all over the Middle East, they are sold straight out
of open sacks that surround the shop keepers.
Jumeirah
Mosque
