The city of gold AKA Dubai is a truly international country and one of the seven Emirates in UAE. Dubai is among the handful of countries in Asia that have developed in line with western technology but retained their Eastern sensibility.The people of Dubai have converted desert into a modern-day Oasis. It boasts of some of the most spectacular buildings and skyscrapers. The country is home to many famous luxury hotels such as the Atlantis Palm, where guests can stay in an underwater room, enjoy an indoor theme park and a shopping mall. And speaking of malls, Dubai is perhaps most famous for its annual shopping festival, which certainly does not disappoint! The festival is held each year in January, also the busiest tourist time of the year. The vast and magnificent malls offer great discounts on every brand there is. The best part is the international brand launch their collections in Dubai simultaneously to their home country releases. So, you will have no trouble keeping up with the latest fashion and trends.
| Temperature | Avg. of 15°C to 45°C |
|---|---|
| Currency | Dirham - AED |
| Language | Arabic |
| Capital | Abu Dhabi |
| Population | 2.885 million |
| Area | 4144 square kms |
Located on the Persian Gulf, Dubai the northeastern part of the United Arab Emirates. It is the second largest emirate with about more than 70 percent urban population.Dubai is situated on the Persian Gulf. Its neighbouring cities are Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and the Sultanate of Oman. It is the capital city of the UAE. Dubai is a short flight from India. It also serves as a great stopover when you’re travelling longer distances.
In the 1960s, when oil was discovered in the region, Dubai’s fate took a drastic turn. The then ruler of Dubai emirate, His Highness Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum, decided to give a complete face-change to the charming city. He went on to develop and completely overhaul the existing infrastructure to turn it into a bustling and every-growing megapolis and amongst one of the best cities in the world.
The culture of Dubai, in a world, is global. However, there are certain things you should keep in mind. People here speak English and Arabic and language won’t be a barrier. While the residents of Dubai follow Islam, they welcome visitors with a smile and respect.
Arabic is the official language of Dubai. However, English is spoken widely by a large part of the population. Some people also speak Urdu, Tamil, Persian, Malayalam, Hindi, Bengali, and other Indian languages within Dubai.
The currency of Dubai is the Dirham. The value of one Dirham is 19.2 Indian Rupee.
The weather in Dubai can be hot and humid in the summer. But seeing as you will hop from air-conditioned hotels to air-conditioned cabs and tourist attractions, you’re not likely to feel the heat. It is a good idea to pack cottons and linens in the summer.
Of all the cities in UAE, Dubai is the most cosmopolitan city. Its economic growth and great ease of living invite many people from across different countires and backgrounds to work or travel here. And it welcomes and embraces them all.
For shopaholics or people who just think their idea of a vacation is great bargains, food and fun, Dubai Tourism hosts two shopping festivals. So, if you miss one, there’s always another to indulge in. Dubai has a total of 96 malls which includes the world’s largest mall and a Bloomingdale’s and the Galleries Lafayette.
For solo travellers and budget travellers, there are hotels and restaurants available. But Dubai on a budget needs a bit of planning. So we recommend a package trip where your essentials are covered and you can take some time off to do your own exploring. If you want to do a quick Dubai city tour, a great way to experience Dubai is via the Hop-On-Hop-Off bus which covers most of the must-see Dubai tourist places.
