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Dubai International Airport

Dubai International Airport - The ambitious US$540 million expansion programme at the Dubai International Airport, initiated by the Dubai Department of Civil Aviation in 1998, has resulted in the completion and opening of the spectacular new Sheikh Rashid Terminal. The futuristic 118,000 square metre concourse, 800 metres in length and comprising five levels, has been designed to meet the expanding needs of travellers and airlines well into the new millennium.

Emirates Towers - Designed for a Modern Business Community Soaring high above Dubai's central business district, Emirates Towers is a remarkable tribute to the region's corporate success - a striking vision of commercial excellence based on attention to detail, self-confidence, maximum efficiency and bold strides. The 51-storey towers are connected by the Emirates Towers Boulevard, where spacious walkways and sky-lit courtyards house a range of elegant boutiques and shops, restaurants and coffee shops.

Gold & Diamond Park in Dubai

Gold & Diamond Park in Dubai - The three-storey development, which makes up Phase One of the park, is already fully let, with 118 manufacturers and thirty retailers operating there. As the park is an extension of the Jebel Ali Free Zone, the manufactures and retailers are able to benefit from lower operating costs, and in turn this gives the opportunity to compete in international markets

Global Village - Dubai Festival City, being developed by Al Futtaim Investments is a key sponsor of the Dubai Shopping Festival 2002 and is the host of Global Village. Global Village is one of the main attractions of the DSF, where the international community is encouraged to come together to display their culture and heritage through exhibitions of traditional handicrafts, clothing, music and dance.

Heritage Village - Situated in the Shindagha area near the creek mouth the Heritage Village has been created where potters and weavers display their art. The village provides a glimpse of Dubai's traditional culture and lifestyle. The village is close to the site of Sheikh Saeed Al Maktoum's House.

Dubai National Museum - The Museum is located in Al Fahidi Fort which is one of the most ancient historical Buildings in Dubai. It is one of Dubai's oldest building. It was built as a fort for sea defense, and the importance of the Fort increased with the expansions which were built during the era of the Late Sheikh Maktoum Bin Buti 1833-l852 which added most of the architectural features which are still existing upto now.

Palm Island Dubai

Palm Island Dubai - Dubai has unveiled plans for a palm tree-shaped resort island on land reclaimed from the sea that will add 120 kilometres of sandy beaches and be visible from the moon. "Palm Island" will include 2,000 villas, up to 40 luxury hotels, shopping complexes, cinemas and the Middle East's first marine park, said Sultan bin Sulayem, chairman of Dubai Palm Developers.

The Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) - was built by the late H.H. Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and ruler of Dubai. The DWTC also considered to be one of Dubai's premier landmark properties and business locations. The Trade Centre Tower is one of the tallest buildings in the Arabian Gulf.

Dubai Zoo - Located in Jumeirah, the Dubai Zoo is a popular attraction, especially for families. The zoo's modern facilities though small, house many indigenous Arabian species, including the Arabian Wolf, which is no longer found in the wild, Gordon's Wildcat and the world's only captive breeding colony of Socotra Cormorants.

Burj AL Arab - or Arabian Tower is the ultimate symbol of Dubai's determination to be a world-beater. The stunning property has already become an internationally recognisable landmrk and has the distinction of being declared the world's tallest hotel. Burj Al Arab's sail shaped structure, which soars 321 metres above the Arabian Gulf, is taller than Eiffel Tower Paris and just 60 meters shorter than New York's Empire State Building.


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