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Culture of Dubai. Places to visit - old town, temples, theaters, museums and palaces
Dubai is a beautiful and ancient city, in which tourists will find a large number of interesting architectural and historical monuments. Fans of exciting excursions are recommended to make a walk to Bastakia quarter, in which they will find a lot of old buildings, museums and monuments. While walking through the narrow streets of the city, you will see beautiful buildings of the late 19th century as well as beautiful old mansions and tiny squares. Many of them house craft shops and museums and this fact makes you rest even more interesting.
Burj Khalifa, Al Fahidi Fort, Mall of the Emirates, The Dubai Fountain, Burj Al Arab, as well as many others, they all become the world's cultural heritage objects and remain as iconic monuments for Dubai … 
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The emirate is located along the coastline of the Persian Gulf. This is a large business and commercial center of the Middle East, and a famous resort with international popularity. Here you … Open
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You will find Heritage village not far from the beautiful house museum. An excursion to this beautiful open-air museum will certainly help you to become imbued with national culture and to appreciate its versatility. Among other attractions of Dubai, which certainly deserve attention of travelers are Diving village and Heritage House. The modern area of Jumeirah is considered an autonomous region and has its own unique attractions. 
City tours, excursions and tickets in Dubai and surroundings
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What to visit during two-day excursion in Dubai
Dubai Museum
Where: Nr Bastakiya, Bur Dubai, Dubai; Telephone: +971 (0)4 353 1862;
Where: Nr Bastakiya, Bur Dubai, Dubai; Telephone: +971 (0)4 353 1862;
Desert Safari
Telephone: +971 (0)4 268 2880;
Telephone: +971 (0)4 268 2880;
Desert Safari
Telephone: +971 (0)4 628 9667;
Telephone: +971 (0)4 628 9667;
Majlis Gallery
Where: Al Musalla Roundabout, Bastakiya, Bur Dubai, Dubai; Telephone: +971 (0)4 353 6233;
Where: Al Musalla Roundabout, Bastakiya, Bur Dubai, Dubai; Telephone: +971 (0)4 353 6233;
Grand Mosque
Where: Nr Ruler’s Court, Bur Dubai, Dubai;
Where: Nr Ruler’s Court, Bur Dubai, Dubai;
Sheikh Saeed Al Maktoum’s House
Where: Nr Al Shindagha Tunnel, Al Shindagha, Dubai; Telephone: +971 (0)4 393 7139;
Where: Nr Al Shindagha Tunnel, Al Shindagha, Dubai; Telephone: +971 (0)4 393 7139;
Reference information
Map of all art museums
Art galleries in Dubai and around
♥ Art museum 'Tashkeel Art Hub' Dubai, 11.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Salsali Private Museum' Dubai, 13.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Sharjah Art Museum' Sharjah, 16.2 km from the center. On the map
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Unique spots in Dubai and near
Al Qasr Pool
From the series “The Most Amazing Swimming Pools in the World”
Check on the map: Distance from Dubai center - 16.6 km.
It is no accident that Al Qasr Hotel is popular with newlyweds, some of the terraces at the pool are specially equipped for solemn ceremonies, including wedding. The pool is so big that vacationists are offered to ride it on a boat. With the onset of the darkness the pool and the water channels look especially inimitable as they are decorated with spectacular artistic illumination. …
Read further Distance from Dubai center - 16.6 km.
Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization
From the series “Top Surviving Artifacts of Muslim Civilization”
Check on the map: Distance from Dubai center - 16.5 km.
There is a mini-cinema in the museum, where you can watch interesting theme-based movies. Gourmands will like the cozy cafe, where they can try the most popular national specialty. The museum is built in stone. Thanks to that it is comfortable to be here not only on the cold winter day but also on a hot summer day. The museum was opened for public in 2008 and differentiates from others by its beautiful modern design and things of the technological progress. This museum will be interesting even for people, who have never interested in Islam traditions. …
Read further Distance from Dubai center - 16.5 km.
Wild Wadi Waterpark
From the series “The Greatest and Fanciest Water Parks”
Check on the map: Distance from Dubai center - 15.8 km.
Dubai waterpark has another amazing feature; it is thematic. Its design is largely devoted to stories about the famous Sinbad the Sailor. You will notice numerous unique sculptures and installations there. In total, there are more than 20 incredible rides, including the world-famous Master Blaster slides, Lazy River and Juha Journey, Burj Surj and Tantrum Alley rides, as well as extreme Tunnel of Doom that requires the special courage to try. …
Read further Distance from Dubai center - 15.8 km.
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Expo 2020 in Dubai Was Visited by More Than 7 Million Visitors
If you haven’t visited this event yet, there is still time to book a hotel in Dubai because Expo 2020 Dubai runs until 31 March 2022. People who are unable to visit the emirate can make a virtual tour on the Expo 2020 website. By the way, the virtual visitation has already reached 31.6 million by the end of December.
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If you haven’t visited this event yet, there is still time to book a hotel in Dubai because Expo 2020 Dubai runs until 31 March 2022. People who are unable to visit the emirate can make a virtual tour on the Expo 2020 website. By the way, the virtual visitation has already reached 31.6 million by the end of December.
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Photogallery of cultural heritage of Dubai
Landmarks of culture on Dubai map: art-galleries, monuments, palaces, etc
Culture guide to Dubai. Which fascinating sights to visit once you are in Dubai: temples, churches, museums, theaters and castles. Recommendations (with addresses, phone numbers and links) on the places 'must visit' in Dubai. Plan your own city excursion by using this page info!
