It was opened in September 2009. Fast food, South Asian, and Chinese cuisines are also very popular and are widely available. Imārat Dubayy) is one of the seven emirates of the United Arab Emirates. Robberies went from 3.8 in 2013 to 2.1 by the end of last year, while kidnapping cases also dropped from 0.2 in 2013 to 0.1 in 2017. The New York Times described Dubai as "the kind of city where you might run into Michael Jordan at the Buddha Bar or stumble across Naomi Campbell celebrating her birthday with a multiday bash". 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In 1841, a smallpox epidemic broke out in the Bur Dubai locality, forcing residents to relocate east to Deira. [186] As a result of this boom, modern Islamic – and world – architecture has literally been taken to new levels in skyscraper building design and technology. In 1902 the company's vessels made 21 visits to Dubai and from 1904 on,[31] the steamers called fortnightly – in 1906, trading seventy thousand tonnes of cargo. The delegation from the Bureau International des Expositions, which visited Dubai in February 2013 to examine the Emirate's readiness for the largest exposition, was impressed by the infrastructure and the level of national support. The Indian Premier League 2020 will be held in UAE from 19 September to 10 November. [136], Historically, Dubai and its twin across Dubai Creek, Deira (independent of Dubai City at that time), were important ports of call for Western manufacturers. 1 Spans the conventional boundary between Asia and another continent. p.157, The Middle East and North Africa. In 2014, there were estimated to be 15.54 births and 1.99 deaths per 1,000 people. Dubai's oil reserves have diminished significantly and are expected to be exhausted in 20 years. An indicator of the growing importance of the port of Dubai can be gained from the movements of the steamer of the Bombay and Persia Steam Navigation Company, which from 1899 to 1901 paid five visits annually to Dubai. [19], The history of human settlement in the area now defined by the United Arab Emirates is rich and complex, and points to extensive trading links between the civilisations of the Indus Valley and Mesopotamia, but also as far afield as the Levant. According to the US Bureau of Diplomatic Security, petty theft, pickpocketing, scams, and sexual harassment still occur although they are usually not violent and weapons are not involved. - Emirates Winters are comparatively cool, though mild to warm, with an average high of 24 °C (75 °F) and overnight lows of 14 °C (57 °F) in January, the coolest month. Men wear the "kandurah" also referred to as "dishdasha" or even "thawb" (long white robe) and the headscarf (ghotrah). Our Business Class Lounge on Concourse B at Dubai International airport is open with temporarily modified services. As part of the announcement, church President Russell M. Nelson said that “The plan for a temple in Dubai comes in response to their gracious invitation, which we gratefully acknowledge.”, One of the world's fastest growing economies,[130] Dubai's gross domestic product is projected at US$107.1 billion, with a growth rate of 6.1% in 2014. [137] Dubai is also a hub for service industries such as information technology and finance, with industry-specific free zones throughout the city. [65] Dubai summers are also known for the very high humidity level, which can make it very uncomfortable for many with exceptionally high dew points in summer. [93], On 3 September 2020, The Guardian reported that hundreds of thousands of migrant workers lost their jobs and were left stranded in Dubai, due to oil price crash and COVID-19. Burj Khalifa, known as the Burj Dubai before its inauguration, is a 828 metres (2,717 ft) high[193] skyscraper in Dubai, and the tallest building in the world. Precipitation, however, has been increasing in the last few decades, with accumulated rain reaching 110.7 mm (4.36 in) per year. [51] The two agreed to work towards bringing the other emirates, including Qatar and Bahrain, into the union. There are five private operators: Metro Taxis (orange roofs); Network Taxis (yellow roofs); Cars Taxis (blue roofs); Arabia Taxis (green roofs); and City Taxis (purple roof). It's world's fastest-growing free zone and been nominated as "Global Free Zone of the Year 2016" by The Financial Times fDi Magazine. [126], Dubai has large Christian, Hindu, Sikh, Baháʼí, Buddhist and other religious communities residing in the city, as well as a small but growing Jewish community. [56] The Jebel Ali port, a deep-water port that allowed larger ships to dock, was established in 1979. Dubai Meteorological office", "64 degrees in Dubai – should you worry? [citation needed] The Venetian pearl merchant Gasparo Balbi visited the area in 1580 and mentioned Dubai (Dibei) for its pearling industry. The sale and consumption of pork is regulated and is sold only to non-Muslims, in designated areas of supermarkets and airports. [9], Port Rashid was the first of a swath of projects designed to create a modern trading infrastructure, including roads, bridges, schools and hospitals. [48], Dubai had already embarked on a period of infrastructural development and expansion. Oil accounted for 24% of GDP in 1990, but had reduced to 7% of GDP by 2004. Dubai also hosts the traditional rugby union tournament Dubai Sevens, part of the Sevens World Series Event pictures of Rugby 7 Dubai 2015. [69], The Dubai Municipality (DM) was established by the then-ruler of Dubai, Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum, in 1954 for purposes of city planning, citizen services and upkeep of local facilities. Some of the most popular beaches in Dubai are Umm Suqeim Beach, Al Mamzar Beach Park, JBR Open Beach, Kite Beach, Black Palace Beach and Royal Island Beach Club. [185], Dubai has a rich collection of buildings and structures of various architectural styles. Area Codes Search Notes. Dubai. [76], Alcohol sale and consumption, though legal, is tightly regulated. The airport was initially serviced by Gulf Aviation (flying Dakotas, Herons and Viscounts) but Iran Air commenced services to Shiraz in 1961. Entry is complimentary for First Class, Business Class and eligible Emirates Skywards customers, and you can also pay to enjoy our lounge in Dubai. A flotilla of small boats from Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman and Umm al-Quwain picked up survivors, but 238 of the 819 persons on board were lost in the disaster. The inland exclave of Hatta is located about 134 km east of Dubai City. "[88] As of 2020, the federal public prosecution has clarified that "it is an offense when at least three public employees collectively leave work or one of the duties to achieve an unlawful purpose. This emirate accounts for approximately two-thirds of the UAE economy. As of 2009[update], there are 79 public schools run by the Ministry of Education that serve Emiratis and expatriate Arab people as well as 207 private schools. [175], In October 2019, Dubai loosened its liquor laws for the first time in history, under which it allowed tourists to purchase alcohol from state-controlled stores. … The project was an outstanding success, with shipping queuing to access the new facilities. The first phase of the airport, featuring one A380 capable runway, 64 remote stands, one cargo terminal with annual capacity for 250,000 tonnes of cargo and a passenger terminal building designed to accommodate five million passengers per year, has been opened. Dubai is twinned with the following cities: This article is about the city. Mastercard's Global Destination Cities Index 2019 found that tourists spend more in Dubai than in any other country. It borders the emirate of Dubai and emirate of Sharjah to its north. Besides, INTERPOL was also being approached for extradition of the two accused, who were operating from the UAE. [183], Due to the impact of COVID-19 the organisers of EXPO are seeking to postpone the EXPO by one year to begin in 2021 (the new dates are October 1, 2021— March 31, 2022). [94], Dubai has one of the world's lowest crime rates,[95] and in 2019 was ranked the seventh-safest city in the world. The Gulf War of 1990 had a negative financial effect on the city, as depositors withdrew their money and traders withdrew their trade, but subsequently, the city recovered in a changing political climate and thrived. Hatta, a minor exclave of the emirate, is surrounded on three sides by Oman and by the emirates of Ajman (in the west) and Ras Al Khaimah (in the north). [196] The garden uses retreated waste water from city's municipality and utilises drip irrigation method for watering the plants. [257] The UAE has enforced decency regulations in most public places, aside from waterparks, beaches, clubs, and bars. Companies in Dubai have in the past been criticised for human rights violations against labourers. There are now 28 hospitals in Dubai, 6 public and 22 private, with 3 more major hospitals scheduled to be built by 2025. [116], Major holidays in Dubai include Eid al Fitr, which marks the end of Ramadan, and National Day (2 December), which marks the formation of the United Arab Emirates. Al Bidya Mosque. During the summer seasons from late May to September when the climate can get extremely hot with an average high of about 40 °C (104 °F), the garden stays closed. [117] In addition, 16% of the population (or 288,000 persons) living in collective labour accommodation were not identified by ethnicity or nationality, but were thought to be primarily Asian. In a letter to the Sultan of Muscat in 1911, Butti laments, 'Misery and poverty are raging among them, with the result that they are struggling, looting and killing among themselves.'[34]. The building opened on 4 January 2010. Imārat Dubayy) is one of the seven emirates of the United Arab Emirates. The exodus from Abu Dhabi was led by Obeid bin Saeed and Maktoum bin Butti, who became joint leaders of Dubai until Ubaid died in 1836, leaving Maktum to establish the Maktoum dynasty.[26]. [11][12][13][14] According to government data, the population of Dubai is estimated at around 3,400,800 as of 8 September 2020. Dubai: Police arrested a man who intentionally set off fireworks in a residential area in Dubai, which led to minor property damages. The first field was named 'Fateh' or 'good fortune'. There are a small number of Pakistani schools offering FBISE curriculum for expatriate children in Dubai. Dubai Creek played a vital role in sustaining the life of the community in the city and was the resource which originally drove the economic boom in Dubai. Seismically, Dubai is in a very stable zone—the nearest seismic fault line, the Zagros Fault, is 200 kilometres (124 miles) from the UAE and is unlikely to have any seismic impact on Dubai. [159] On 6 May, Dubai's businessman from the hospitality sector, Khalaf Al Habtoor stated that the coronavirus pandemic left the economy and his companies “bleeding”. "[39], In 1962, with expenditure on infrastructure projects already approaching levels some thought imprudent, Sheikh Rashid approached his brother in law, the Ruler of Qatar, for a loan to build the first bridge crossing Dubai's creek. Catholics are served pastorally by the Apostolic Vicariate of Southern Arabia. In 2009 taxi trips exceeded 70 million trips serving around 140.45 million passengers. in 4K by drone!!!! [128] Non-Muslim religious groups are also permitted to advertise group functions openly and distribute various religious literature. There are 34 Indian curriculum schools in the emirate,[265] most of which offer the CBSE, and just a handful the Indian Certificate of Secondary Education Indian syllabus. The Burj Khalifa's design is derived from the patterning systems embodied in Islamic architecture, with the triple-lobed footprint of the building based on an abstracted version of the desert flower hymenocallis which is native to the Dubai region. [163] [164], Tourism is an important part of the Dubai government's strategy to maintain the flow of foreign cash into the emirate. Unlike Dubai which is more Westernized, Abu Dhabi is more into cultural traditions. This page was last edited on 23 December 2020, at 23:44. Walker, J", "Fifty years on, the tragedy of vessel MV Dara lingers", "How Chicago Beach got its name...then lost it! 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[218] UK-based international service company Serco is responsible for operating the metro. [87] The Dubai government has denied labour injustices and stated that the watchdog's (Human Rights Watch) accusations were 'misguided'. Experts Reveal All", "Recent archaeological research at Saruq al-Hadid, Dubai, UAE", "Brushing off sands of time at the archaeological site of Saruq al-Hadid", "SHARP – the Saruq al-Hadid Archaeological Research Project", "The Coming of Islam and the Islamic Period in the UAE. The emirate of Dubai shares borders with Abu Dhabi in the south, Sharjah in the northeast, and the Sultanate of Oman in the southeast. The filmmaker explained in interviews how it was necessary to go undercover to avoid discovery by the authorities, who impose high fines on reporters attempting to document human rights abuses, including the conditions of construction workers. 2 Considered … Hatta, a minor exclave of the emirate, is surrounded on three sides by Oman and by the emirates of Ajman (in the west) and Ras Al Khaimah (in the north). It is bordered to the south by the emirate of Abu Dhabi, to the northeast by the emirate of Sharjah, to the southeast by the country of Oman, to the west by the emirate of Ajman, and to the north by the emirate of Ras Al Khaimah. Dubai Metro consists of two lines (Red line and Green line) which run through the financial and residential areas of the city. Its inspections truly matter, and there is no doubt that school quality has improved as a result of their implementation. 372 reviews. Dubai also took delivery of over $15 million-worth of watches and over 5 million ounces of silver. [144], The Dubai Financial Market (DFM) was established in March 2000 as a secondary market for trading securities and bonds, both local and foreign. [81] By early 2009, the situation had worsened with the Great Recession taking a heavy toll on property values, construction and employment. m. and is called 'Pearl of the … Non-Muslims do not appear before the Sharia Court. Any act of spreading discord among employees will be punishable by imprisonment, and in all cases, foreigners will be deported. Dubai citizens participate in the electoral college to vote representatives to the Federal National Council of the UAE. Auto racing is also a big sport in Dubai, the Dubai Autodrome is home to many auto racing events throughout the year. If you want to go for the beach then the best hotel to go for is one of the madinat hotels. Heat index values can reach over 60 °C (140 °F) at the height of summer. This was followed by the Ambassador and Carlton Hotels in 1968. [139] The large-scale real estate development projects have led to the construction of some of the tallest skyscrapers and largest projects in the world such as the Emirates Towers, the Burj Khalifa, the Palm Islands and the most expensive hotel, the Burj Al Arab. Dubai is the second most expensive city in the region and 20th most expensive city in the world. Abu Dhabi is also a major tourist attraction state where most peo… [264], While there are more UK curriculum based schools in Dubai than any other, more students attend an Indian curriculum school, which tend to be considerably larger, and lower cost. It is one of three planned islands called the Palm Islands which extend into the Persian Gulf. [5][6][7], Located in the eastern part of the Arabian Peninsula on the coast of the Persian Gulf, Dubai aims to be the business hub of Western Asia. [127], Non-Muslim groups can own their own houses of worship, where they can practice their religion freely, by requesting a land grant and permission to build a compound. ... Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Making a call with the wrong country, area, or region code can be costly. [60] The sand consists mostly of crushed shell and coral and is fine, clean and white. The second most populous and second largest state of the federation (area 1,510 square miles [3,900 square km]), it is roughly rectangular, with a frontage of about 45 miles (72 km) on the Persian Gulf.The emirate’s capital, also named Dubai… The Burj Al Arab (Arabic: برج العرب, Tower of the Arabs), a luxury hotel, is frequently described as "the world's only 7-star", though its management has never made that claim but has claimed to be a “five-star deluxe property.” The term "7-star hotel" was coined by a British journalist to describe their initial experience of the hotel. The owner of seven hotels in the country, including the Waldorf Astoria on the man-made island Palm Jumeirah, Habtoor stated that Dubai's economy cannot afford to wait for the vaccine, before resuming the major activities. [24] Prior to the introduction of Islam to the area, the people in this region worshiped Bajir (or Bajar). [162], In July 2020, a report released by an NGO, Swissaid, denounced the gold trade between Dubai and Switzerland. [140] Dubai's property market experienced a major downturn in 2008[141] and 2009 as a result of the slowing economic climate. [77] As in other parts of the world, drinking and driving is illegal, with 21 being the legal drinking age in the Emirate of Dubai.[78]. [221], A tramway located in Al Sufouh, will run for 14.5 km (9.0 mi) along Al Sufouh Road from Dubai Marina to the Burj Al Arab and the Mall of the Emirates with two interchanges with Dubai Metro's Red Line. Dubai has a hot desert climate (Köppen BWh). Art Dubai, the growing and reputable art fair of the region is as well a major contributor of the contemporary art scene's development. The garden displays more than 50 million flowers with more than 70 species of flowering plants. [46], The flat sandy desert gives way to the Western Hajar Mountains, which run alongside Dubai's border with Oman at Hatta. Because of the touristic approach of many Dubaites in the entrepreneurial sector and the high standard of living, Dubai's culture has gradually evolved towards one of luxury, opulence, and lavishness with a high regard for leisure-related extravagance. Examples of Indian curriculum schools include The Indian High School, DPS, DMHS. Free Wifi. [91] Most of the low paid labourers are victims of human trafficking or forced labour while some women are even trafficked into the growing sex trade in Dubai, a centre of human trafficking and prostitution. [266] There are 64 schools that offer a variation of a UK curriculum style secondary education,[267] either a pure GCSE and A Level offering, or increasingly I/GCSE up to 16, and then the IB Diploma post-16. The statistics also indicated that murder crimes dropped from 0.5 in 2016 to 0.3 in 2017 for every 100,000 population, while violent and aggressive crimes in the past 5 years went from 2.2 crimes per 100,000 and dropped to 1.2 by the end of 2017, pointed out Al Mansouri. [142] This has had a major impact on property investors in the region, some of whom were unable to release funds from investments made in property developments. This crossing was finished in May 1963 and was paid for by a toll levied on the crossing from the Dubai side of the creek to the Deira side. Dubai now has more completed or topped-out skyscrapers higher than 2⁄3 km (2,200 ft), 1⁄3 km (1,100 ft), or 1⁄4 km (820 ft) than any other city. One of the lesser known sides of Dubai is the importance of its young contemporary art gallery scene. Water bus is a fully air conditioned boat service across selected destinations across the creek. In addition, there is a Ladies and Families taxi service (pink roofs) with female drivers, which caters exclusively for women and children. The ruler, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, is also the Vice-President and Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates and member of the Supreme Council of the Union (SCU). World's largest refinery in Switzerland, Valcambi, was denounced by Swissaid for importing extensive gold from these Dubai firms. [44], In 1966, more gold was shipped from London to Dubai than almost anywhere else in the world (only France and Switzerland took more), at 4 million ounces. The High Speed Rail will serve passengers and cargo. [23] Pre-Islamic ceramics have been found from the 3rd and 4th centuries. [136], By 2014, China had emerged as Dubai's largest international trading partner, with a total of $47.7 billion in trade flows, up 29% from 2013. Since 2004, the city has hosted the annual Dubai International Film Festival which serves as a showcase for Arab and Middle Eastern film making talent. If you want a busy hotel then go for … [176], In 2020, a Customs investigation highlighted that an Indian native and a major hawala dealer, Rabins Hameed, financed smuggling of gold through diplomatic channels and other smuggling networks from Dubai. Karim, Luiza", "The UAE: Internal Boundaries And The Boundary With Oman. [114][115] Approximately 85% of the expatriate population (and 71% of the emirate's total population) was Asian, chiefly Indian (51%) and Pakistani (16%); other significant Asian groups include Bangladeshis (9%) and Filipinos (3%). [99] These crimes include theft, forced robbery, domestic burglary, fraud, sexual assault and abuse, and criminal damages. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) covers an area of around 83,600 square km (32,300 square miles) in the Arabian Peninsula. Dubai, also spelled Dubayy, constituent emirate of the United Arab Emirates (formerly Trucial States or Trucial Oman). [61], The sandy desert surrounding the city supports wild grasses and occasional date palms. A Non-Bailable Warrant (NBW) was issued against Rabins and one of his partners, Faisal. The seventh emirate, Ras Al Khaimah, joined the UAE on 10 February 1972, following Iran's annexation of the RAK-claimed Tunbs islands. There are more than 3000 taxis operating within the emirate making an average of 192,000 trips every day, carrying about 385,000 persons. The Kazzans were an innovative oil storage solution which meant super-tankers could moor offshore even in bad weather and avoided the need to pipe oil onshore from Fateh, which is some 60 miles out to sea. D Long, B Reich. The emirate's share in the UAE's total gas revenues is about 2%. A Blue and a Purple Line have also been planned. Early the next morning in heavy seas off Umm al-Quwain, an explosion tore out the second class cabins and started fires. Groups that do not have their own buildings are allowed to use the facilities of other religious organisations or worship in private homes. Clubs and bars are found mostly in hotels because of liquor laws. Special offer. Dubai Creek runs northeast–southwest through the city. [216] When completed, Dubai World Central-Al Maktoum International will be the largest airport in the world with five runways, four terminal buildings and capacity for 160 million passengers and 12 million tons of cargo.[217]. A total of 17 schools are currently rated Outstanding (2020), and a further 40 rated Very Good. The government subsidises almost 95% of mosques and employs all Imams; approximately 5% of mosques are entirely private, and several large mosques have large private endowments. 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