Fun

With prime location for tourism and leisure in the Middle East, Dubai also has a fantastic nightlife and offers wonderful evening that caters to all tastes world. Karaoke belly dancing, salsa comedy clubs. Irish pubs where you can dance the night away in the last beats of house, garage, hip hop and Rhythm & Blue. Let yourself be carried away by the wave of glamor and vitality that is Dubai.

Information

Country belongs: United Arab Emirates

Founding Date: 1830s

Population: 1.67 million

Area (in km ²): 4,114

Density (inhabitants per km ²): 408

Main Economic Activities: tourism, port activities, industry, construction, trade and oil exploration.

Average annual temperature: 25 ° C

Climate: tropical dry

Annual Index Rainfall: 300 mm

Gastronomy

How could it be otherwise, sophistication and love for detail are also present in the complete gastronomic offer in Dubai, where we can see the finest culinary traditions of the rest of the world (not forgetting, of course, the kitchen and the Arab Middle East .) Continuing, we mention some of the most famous restaurants Emirates:

Al Mahara: This property is situated in the luxurious Burj Al Araba and below sea level. Through an immense crystal, diners can enjoy a fascinating underwater spectacle as exemplified, as could not be otherwise, a full letter based on fish and seafood. The only inconvenience is the Al Mahara their prices are prohibitive for many.

Al Muntaha: Located also in Burj Al Arab, its exceptional height (is at about 200m above sea level) gives some wonderful views over Dubai. Its gastronomic offer, not suitable for all pockets, if baseA in continental cuisine.

Al Qasr: Located in the eponymous hotel in Madinat Jumeirah, offering frequented this restaurant is in Lebanese cuisine and the Middle East. Anyway, stoves They share the limelight with other attractions, such as its gardens and dance shows live belly.

Antique Bazaar: Situated at the Four Points Sheraton (Bur Dubai), this property has its original proposals in creações inspired cuisine in india. Each table is different, the results painstaking service and prices are reasonable. The Antique Bazaar opens its doors from 12:30 to 15:30 and from 19:30 to 03:00.

Awtar: Located in the Grand Hyatt (near Highway Riyadh), the site offers some of the most typical dishes of Lebanon, such as kebab or mezze as well as live performances. The portions are plentiful, and the prices moderate.

French Bakery: Located on Sheikh Zayed Road, the name since establishment may induce an error, since its proposal cooking revolves around the Arabian specialties. Both your environment and the quality of their products are magnificent.

Hatam: The heart of Deira gives way to this restaurant of Arabica. Among its best proposals, we can mention the kebabs, revenues based on rice, salads, bread Irani and yogurt sauce and spinach. Its decoration is another attraction of the Hatam. Lunch or dinner is not cheap: it is at around 250 dollars per person.

Shabestan: Behind the bright Radisson SAS Hotel (Dubai Deira Creek), Bani Yas Road lurks the best Persian food restaurant in Dubai. Its magnificent views, as well as several live musical performances, combine magestuosamente with gastronomic offer.

Shahrzad: The Hyatt Regency, located in Al Khaleej Road, Deira, is home to this famous Persian restaurant. Stands out for its delicious recipes based on lamb and rice, as well as a neat customer service.

Tagine: The Royal Mirage (Jumeirah Beach), hides this stylish establishment of Moroccan cuisine. Among its specialties are the mezze, salads, the tagine (meat dishes). Your environment it converts into a perfect option for a romantic dinner.

Curiosities

"The World" Island in the form of the World

Burj Dubai, The World's Tallest

1. Dubai is one of seven confederations (United autonomous) forming the United Arab Emirates.

2. It is the fastest growing city in the world3. Eighty percent of the residents of Dubai are foreigners.4. It has one of the best-known artificial islands in the world, the Palm Island.5. There is no income tax.6. The system is closed: there is no political party or opposition constituted.7. 80% of the population of Dubai consists of foreigners.8. The male population is three times larger than the female.9. It has the most luxurious hotel in the world: the Burj Al Arab, installed on a tower 321 meters high and daily between 1500 and $ 10,000.10. On November 4, 2008, opened the Dubai Shopping Mall: - the largest shopping mall in the world with 1,200 stores.11. There is an artificial archipelago in Dubai called The World. The name comes from its shape. Seen from above, it resembles the world map.12. Alcohol and gambling are prohibited, as well as demonstrations of affection in public (read kissing and even holding hands).13. Due to the intense heat, almost all places have air conditioning until the bus stops.14. One of the major real estate investors in Dubai is the Saudi Bin Laden family.15. Between 20/01 and 20/02 happens the Dubai Shopping Festival. Every city-state goes on sale, with discounts of up to 75%.

 

Culture

Tourists visiting Dubai can experience a little culture shock. As citizens of the world know you coexist with Arab citizens dressed in their traditional abayas and dishdashas. There is also the sound of the mosques during prayers, the conversation in Arabic cafes, the sweet smell of shisha, the beautiful and complex written ... everything is part of everyday culture of Dubai.Tourists visiting Dubai can experience a little culture shock. The citizens of the world know you coexist with Their Arab citizens dressed in traditional abayas and dishdashas. Also there is the sound of the mosques During prayers, the conversation in Arabic cafes, the sweet smell of shisha, the beautiful and complex written ... everything is part of everyday culture of Dubai.
Life in the Emirates is very focused on the family, marriage and having children the basis of the sociedade.A hospitality plays an important role in the culture of Dubai, especially for foreigners and newcomers, although older and traditional Emirate citizens may be more reserved. Do not be surprised if you are invited for refreshments for a family of Emirates and When shopping, Especially carpets or jewelry, your tea will arrive even before you have comprado.É polite to accept the tradition of Dubai like that cordiality.
Islam is inextricably intertwined with the social structure of the United Arab Emirates. Que Muslims believe the Qur'an is literally the word of God and he Provides very specific moral principles to deal with all matters of daily life. For this reason, the book is strongly revered and Should be treated with respect. Although it is the most open societies in Arab culture, Muslim tradition in Dubai is no different.
Ramadan, the holy month for Muslims, is marked by prayer, fasting and charity. As in an Islamic country, the culture of Dubai is no different and many restaurants and cafes close while there is daylight. Non-Muslims Should not eat, drink or smoke in public, only in private or in hotel restaurants Especially closed.
Life in the Emirates is very focused on the family, marriage and having children as the basis of sociedade.A hospitality plays an important role in the culture of Dubai, especially for foreigners and newcomers, although older citizens and traditional Emirate may be more reservados.Não be surprised if you are invited for refreshments for a family of Emirates and when shopping, especially carpets or jewelry, your tea will arrive even before you have comprado.É polite to accept a tradition of Dubai like that cordiality.
Islam is inextricably intertwined with the social structure of the United Arab Emirates. Muslims believe that the Qur'an is literally the word of God and he provides very specific moral principles to deal with all matters of daily life. For this reason, the book is strongly revered and should be treated with respect. Although it is the most open societies in Arab culture, Muslim tradition in Dubai is no different.
Ramadan, the holy month for Muslims, is marked by prayer, fasting and charity. As in an Islamic country, the culture of Dubai is no different and many restaurants and cafes close while there is daylight. Non-Muslims should not eat, drink or smoke in public, only in private or in hotel restaurants especially closed.

Transport

Dubai is served by Dubai International Airport. the city is building a new airport, Dubai World Central International Airport, planned to be the world's largest with a capacity for 120 million passengers per year.
Emirates Airlines, based in Dubai, yesterday inaugurated the first direct flight between the Middle East and South America, reported in its edition GulfNews hoje.Os passenger route Dubai-Sao Paulo service may count as eight suites private first class.

Sightseeing Tours

"Visit an underwater hotel, climb one of the tallest towers in the world or buy a replica of France or Australia. There is a place in the world that tries to please everyone."

Highlights Landmarks of Dubai
- Palm Islands (artificial archipelago)
- The World (artificial archipelago)
- Burj Al Arab (hotel with futuristic architecture)
- Burj Dubai (skyscraper with greater height in the world).
- Wild Wadi Water Park
- Al Fahidi Fort
- Dubai Media City
- Jumeirah Mosque
- Knowledge Village Dubai
- Al Bastakiya (historic district)
- Dubai Museum
- Zabeel Park
- Indoor ski slopes (Ski Dubai)
- Heritage Village
- Aquarius (inside the Dubai Mall)
- Hydropolis - Underwater Hotel (under construction)