Dubai is the most heavily populated city in the United Arab Emirates, and the capital city of the Emirate of Dubai, one of seven emirates that make up the country.
In the past few decades, since oil exports began, Dubai has transformed itself into symbol of opulence. The city is packed with gleaming hotels and skyscrapers, including Burj Khalifa, the tallest structure in the world. In 2014, guest accommodations at Dubai's hotels were found to be the second most expensive in the world, second only to Geneva, Switzerland. Dubai is the most expensive city in the Middle East.
Funded by foreign investors and oil wealthy patrons from the neighboring emirate of Abu Dhabi, Dubai has embarked on building projects almost reaching the limits of imagination. As a case in point, the Palm Jumeirah, an artificial archipelago that extends into the Persian Gulf, and is part of a larger series of developments known as the Palm Islands, built in the shape of a palm tree with a circle around it, connected to the mainland by a monorail.
Then there is the Dubai Mall, the largest in the world.
Prior to the building boom in Dubai, the city only had a few neighborhoods. For the most part, one was either east or west of the creek. In recent years, the city has grown into several loose districts, all of which were well planned. Today, there are seven main neighborhoods in Dubai.
Old Dubai refers to traditional Dubai, situated mostly around the coastal end of Dubai Creek, in the northern part of the city. Old Dubai includes Deira, north of the creek, and Bur Dubai to the south.
Dubai Festival City is a recent inland development, close to the creek.
Sheikh Zayed Road is the main highway that leads through the center of Dubai, and the area surrounding the most densely developed portion of this road is known as the SZR and includes the area between the World Trade Centre and Burj Khalifa.
Downtown Dubai refers to the region around the Dubai Mall and Burj Khalifa.
Jumeirah and Umm Suqueim are the exclusive coastal areas where many of the city's wealthiest residents continue to live in original beachfront villas.
Palm Jumeirah is the artificial archipelago discussed above, where many of the rich and famous have recently bought villas, and which includes the Atlantis Hotel.
Dubai Marina is made up of new residential developments, and is situated to the south toward Jebel Ali.
Dubai also consists of several well-known landmarks, which are commonly used in directions. These include Burj Al Arab, Bastakiya, Burj Khalifa, Clock Tower, Dubai Airport, Dubai Creek, Dubai International Financial Centre, Dubai Mall, Dubai Marina, Dubai World Trade Centre, Emirates Towers, Festival City, Jebel Ali, Jumeirah Beach, Jumeirah Beach Residence, Jumeirah Mosque, Media City, Meena Bazaar, Meydan, Sheikh Zayed Road, and Ski Dubai in Malls of the Emirate.
Only about 15% of the Emirate of Dubai is made up of Emirati or UAE nationals, with about 85% of its population comprised of expatriate workers, chiefly Indian or from other Asian countries, although there are about 100,000 British expatriates living in Dubai City.
Arabic is the official language and Islam is the official religion of the United Arab Emirates. Dubai includes large Christian, Hindu, Sikh, Baha'i, and Buddhist communities, and non-Muslims are allowed to operate houses of worship and practice their religion, but are not permitted to advertise, distribute literature, or proselytize Muslims.
Although people have inhabited the region of Dubai as early as 7000 BC, the earliest record of Dubai was in a book of geography published in 1095 AD, at which time it was a small fishing village.
Once ruled by Abu Dhabi, Dubai separated in 1833, and was often at odds with Abu Dhabi. In 1947, a border dispute escalated into a war that was arbitrated by Britain. Nevertheless, border disputes continued even after the United Arab Emirates was formed, up until 1979 when a compromise was reached.
The Dubai Municipality was created in 1954, and charged with city planning, resident services, and infrastructure maintenance. The Dubai Police Force has jurisdiction throughout the emirate, however.
Topics related to Dubai City or to any government offices, industries, businesses, religious institutions, schools, or organizations in Dubai are the focus of sites listed in this category.
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Created and maintained by Dubai Corporation of Tourism & Commerce Marketing, the site offers general information about Dubai, a map of the city, travel guide, visa information, a trip planner, itineraries, and information about doing business in Dubai. Special deals and offers, photographs, video, and a guide to shopping venues, restaurants, beaches, spas, and entertainment and recreational opportunities in Dubai are included.
https://www.visitdubai.com/en-us
The guide to the capital city of the Emirate of Dubai, in the United Arab Emirates, includes a map showing the city's suburbs, an introduction to the city, including its history, geographical features, and economy, as well as travel tips, visa requirements, and other suggestions. Dubai restaurants, nightclubs, attractions, events, and shopping venues are discussed, and a blog is included.
https://www.dubai.com/
Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships
The Championships began as the Dubai Men's Open in 1993, and a tournament history is presented here, along with an overview of the event, the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium, Tennis Village, and the Jumeirah Creekside Hotel, a 5-star hotel that serves as the official hotel of the championships. Schedules, players, scores, and online ticket sales are featured, along with photographs video, and audio.
http://www.dubaidutyfreetennischampionships.com/
Established in 2015, the web portal is a platform for landlords and property management agents in Dubai to advertise apartments and other housing facilities available for lease in Dubai, in the United Arab Emirates. Listed properties might include catered apartments, marine apartments, furnished villas, and hotel apartments available for short-term lease. Available properties are also shown on a map.
http://www.dubaifurnishedapartments.com/
Presented by a Dubai search engine optimization company, the site offers a variety of webmaster tools, such as an article rewriter, plagiarism checker, backlink checker and maker, meta tag analyzer and generator, keyword position checker, sitemap generator, word counter tool, link analyzer, IP address checker, keyword density checker, malware checker, domain age analyzer, and many other tools. Advertising opportunities may also be available on the site.
http://www.dubaiseo.com/
HQ Inside is an online web directory focused on the Emirate and City of Dubai, in the United Arab Emirates, offering information, contacts, and web links to businesses, services, organizations, news media, organizations, activities and events, people, and celebrities in Dubai, sorted by topical categories. A Dubai travel guide, area hotels, nightlife, and advertising opportunities are featured.
http://www.dubai.vc/
Holiday homes and short stays in Dubai, United Arab Emirates are featured here. Featured properties are highlighted, with photographs, a list of amenities, features, and services, as well as prices, locations, and other details, such as the number of bedrooms or bathrooms. Special offers, some of which are tied to the length of stay, are featured, with information about its payment policies and promises.
http://keysplease.ae/
Offering search engine optimization, web design, social media marketing, online reputation management, and video marketing services for local and international clients, Rista Group is based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. An overview of its services, and how they can lead to multiple ranking in search engines, increased revenue and return on investment are discussed. Its location, office hours, and contacts are included.
http://www.ristaseofze.com/
A history of the work of Catholicism in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, is presented, including earlier churches and the construction of Saint Mary's, as well as the role of the Comboni Sisters. The Catholic vicariate, priests, parish council, school, and staff. Office hours and contacts are posted, a photo gallery, calendar of events, announcements, Bible studies, catechism, and other resources.
http://www.saintmarysdubai.org/
Created in 2011, the site focuses on parenting issues in Dubai, offering articles and tips on such topics as traveling with children in Dubai, pet issues, home improvement tips, and general parenting tips, as well as the best places in Dubai to buy cakes for family celebrations, and where to shop for other products for parents, children, or families. Partnership and employment opportunities are included.
https://www.sassymamadubai.com/
Situated in downtown Dubai, the Dubai Mall is featured as the world's largest and most-visited retail and entertainment destination, boasting a floor area of 5.9 million square-feet, more than 1,200 retail stores, over 200 food and beverage outlets, and dining, entertainment, and leisure attractions. A store directory is presented here, which includes its retail, dining, entertainment, and guest accommodations. A trip planner is included, and new stores or events are highlighted.
https://thedubaimall.com/en/
The property management and real estate agents handle a variety of properties for sale in Dubai or elsewhere in the United Arab Emirates, offering properties direct from the developer, with zero premiums, broker fees, or transfer fees. Its partners are acknowledged, and available properties are highlighted, with photographs, descriptions of the property, asking prices, maps, and other details.
http://www.uaedxb.co.uk/
