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… [179] The event will bring huge economic benefits by generating activities worth billions of dirhams and may create over 270,000 jobs. The bus system services 140 routes and transported over 109 million people in 2008. 40 with a total score of 55.9. Dubai: 4 … A longer-term assessment of Dubai's property market, however, showed depreciation; some properties lost as much as 64% of their value from 2001 to November 2008. [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. Additionally, several local network television channels such as Dubai One (formerly Channel 33), and Dubai TV (EDTV) provide programming in English and Arabic respectively. [172] Many boutiques and jewellery stores are also found in the city. [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. 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. [156], Since the economy of Dubai relies majorly on real estate,[157] transportation and tourism, it was highly exposed to the impact of the coronavirus pandemic. [41], In 1962 the British Political Agent noted that "Many new houses and blocks of offices and flats are being built... the Ruler is determined, against advice [from the British] to press on with the construction of a jet airport... More and more European and Arab firms are opening up and the future looks bright. [240] Al-Wasl have the second-most number of championships in the UAE League, after Al Ain. The Dubai IFC model is an independent risk-based regulator with a legislative system consistent with English common law. On 5 April 2020, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced the building of one of their Temples in Dubai. Dubai is also referred to as "the City of Gold" as the Gold Souk in Deira houses nearly 250 gold retail shops. Dubai has a free trade in gold and, until the 1990s, was the hub of a "brisk smuggling trade"[35] of gold ingots to India, where gold import was restricted. 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". The Green Line, running from the Etisalat Station to the Creek Station, has 20 stations (8 underground, 12 elevated). Mastercard's Global Destination Cities Index 2019 found that tourists spend more in Dubai than in any other country. United Arab Emirates. In 2018, the country topped the list for the fourth year in a row with a total spend of $30.82 billion. Area Codes Search Notes. [208] In 2006, the Transport authority announced the construction of 500 air-conditioned (A/C ) Passenger Bus Shelters, and planned for 1,000 more across the emirates in a move to encourage the use of public buses. Dubai. 63.0 mi from Dubai. [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. The seventh emirate, Ras Al Khaimah, joined the UAE on 10 February 1972, following Iran's annexation of the RAK-claimed Tunbs islands. The venue is a 2000-seat, multifunctional performing arts centre able to host not only theatrical shows, concerts and operas but also weddings, gala dinners, banquets and conferences. It is an architectural icon. Dubai is twinned with the following cities: This article is about the city. India was second among Dubai's key trading partners with a trade of $29.7 billion, followed by the United States at $22.62 billion. 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. [173], Dubai Creek Park in Dubai Creek also plays a vital role in Dubai tourism as it showcase some of the most famous tourist attractions in Dubai such as Dolphinarium, Cable Car, Camel Ride, Horse Carriage and Exotic Birds Shows.[174]. The eastern and western sections of the city are connected by Al Maktoum Bridge, Al Garhoud Bridge, Al Shindagha Tunnel, Business Bay Crossing and Floating Bridge. Dubai (/duːˈbaɪ/ doo-BY; Arabic: دبي‎, romanized: Dubayy [dʊˈbajj], Gulf Arabic pronunciation: [dəˈbaj]) is the most populous city in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the capital of the Emirate of Dubai. Dubai also – like its neighbours on the Trucial Coast – entered into an exclusivity agreement in which the United Kingdom took responsibility for the emirate's security in 1892. This gold was, in the vast majority, re-exported - mainly to customers who took delivery in international waters off India. Etisalat uses a proxy server to filter Internet content that the government deems to be inconsistent with the values of the country, such as sites that provide information on how to bypass the proxy; sites pertaining to dating, gay and lesbian networks, and pornography; and sites originating from Israel. Dubai's Jebel Ali port, constructed in the 1970s, has the largest man-made harbour in the world and was ranked seventh globally for the volume of container traffic it supports. The airport is the third-busiest airport in the world by passenger traffic and the world's busiest airport by international passenger traffic. 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). A visitor can check out the architectural features of the outside as well as the inside of each house. Trade with Germany in 2014 totalled $12.3, Switzerland and Japan both at $11.72 billion and UK trade totalled $10.9 billion. [163] [164], Tourism is an important part of the Dubai government's strategy to maintain the flow of foreign cash into the emirate. The inland exclave of Hatta is located about 134 km east of Dubai City. Estimates at the time put the volume of gold imports from Dubai to India at around 75% of the total market. [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]. "Beirut Showing Signs of Recovery From Wounds of War". [137] Dubai is also a hub for service industries such as information technology and finance, with industry-specific free zones throughout the city. [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. [35] In that same year, the prior monetary union with Qatar was dissolved and the UAE Dirham was introduced throughout the Emirates.[54]. One can also avail oneself of the tourist water bus facility in Dubai. [260] Most private schools cater to one or more expatriate communities. 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. [49], Dubai and the other 'Trucial States' had long been a British protectorate where the British government took care of foreign policy and defence, as well as arbitrating between the rulers of the Eastern Gulf, the result of a treaty signed in 1892, the 'Exclusive Agreement'. [89], Homosexual acts are illegal under UAE law. The airport was initially serviced by Gulf Aviation (flying Dakotas, Herons and Viscounts) but Iran Air commenced services to Shiraz in 1961. The nine-state union was never to recover from the October 1969 meeting where heavy-handed British intervention resulted in a walk-out by Qatar and Ras Al Khaimah. Al Bidya Mosque. [60] The sand consists mostly of crushed shell and coral and is fine, clean and white. Companies in Dubai have in the past been criticised for human rights violations against labourers. Excavations by the Dubai Museum in the region of Al-Jumayra (Jumeirah) found several artefacts from the Umayyad period. In recent years Dubai has been compared to Singapore and Hong Kong and is often regarded as the Middle East ’s premier entrepôt. These were constructed by the Chicago Bridge and Iron Company, which gave the beach its local name (Chicago Beach), which was transferred to the Chicago Beach Hotel, which was demolished and replaced by the Jumeirah Beach Hotel in the late 1990s. In 2001, Dubai Municipality embarked on an e-Government project with the intention of providing 40 of its city services through its web portal, [dubai.ae]. [191] A Jumeirah Group spokesperson is quoted as saying: "There's not a lot we can do to stop it. Religious Sites. Currently no school in the UAE offers the choice of IB or A Level at 16, but several schools have said they will do in the future. The Court of First Instance consists of the Civil Court, which hears all civil claims; the Criminal Court, which hears claims originating from police complaints; and Sharia Court, which is responsible for matters between Muslims. [170] Dubai alone has more than 70 shopping centres, including the world's largest shopping centre, Dubai Mall. Pop. The emirate is made up of various other municipalities and villages. [194], The Palm Jumeirah is an artificial archipelago, created using land reclamation by Nakheel, a company owned by the Dubai government, and designed and developed by Helman Hurley Charvat Peacock/Architects, Inc. #3 Best Value of 1,385 places to stay in Dubai. In 1947, a border dispute between Dubai and Abu Dhabi on the northern sector of their mutual border escalated into war. Parents in general rate schools their schools highly. Do not translate text that appears unreliable or low-quality. [235], The International Festivals and Events Association (IFEA), the world's leading events trade association, has crowned Dubai as IFEA World Festival and Event City, 2012 in the cities category with a population of more than one million. Precipitation, however, has been increasing in the last few decades, with accumulated rain reaching 110.7 mm (4.36 in) per year. [268], Dubai has a very active education regulator, the KHDA, which is best known for its school ratings, but actually has a wide mandate[269] when it comes to school improvement in the emirate. [11] It is estimated that Dubai produces 50,000 to 70,000 barrels (7,900 to 11,100 m3) of oil a day[133] and substantial quantities of gas from offshore fields. [118] There are over 100,000 British expatriates in Dubai, by far the largest group of Western expatriates in the city. Archived Editions. [96][97][98] The Security Industry Regulatory Agency classified the crimes into six categories. [33], The 'great storm' of 1908 struck the pearling boats of Dubai and the coastal emirates towards the end of the pearling season that year, resulting in the loss of a dozen boats and over 100 men. [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. [33] Dubai was known for its pearl exports until the 1930s; the pearl trade was damaged irreparably by the 1929 Great Depression and the innovation of cultured pearls. Public hospitals in Dubai were first built in the late 1950s and continued to grow with public health initiatives. 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. [48], Dubai had already embarked on a period of infrastructural development and expansion. [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. Fixed phone numbers in United Arab Emirates, Dubai are comprised of a single country code (+971), a 2 digit area code, a 2 digit region code, and a 60 digit line code. [72], The UAE has a Minister of Happiness, appointed by Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum. [222], Dubai has announced it will complete a link of the UAE high-speed rail system which will eventually hook up with the whole GCC (Gulf Cooperation Council, also known as Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf) and then possibly Europe. [116] A quarter of the population (local and foreign) reportedly traces their origins to Iran. For the city, see, An emirate, one of the constituents of the United Arab Emirates, Learn how and when to remove this template message, "Entrenched Monarchy Thwarts Aspirations for Modernity", "Gross Domestic Product at Current Prices - Emirate of Dubai 2015-2014", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Emirate_of_Dubai&oldid=995994344, Populated coastal places in the United Arab Emirates, Articles needing translation from Spanish Wikipedia, Articles needing additional references from February 2016, All articles needing additional references, Short description is different from Wikidata, Pages using Sister project links with default search, Wikipedia articles with MusicBrainz area identifiers, Wikipedia articles with WORLDCATID identifiers, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License. The area was known to the Sumerians as Magan, and was a source for metallic goods, notably copper and bronze. Water bus is a fully air conditioned boat service across selected destinations across the creek. As of 2018[update], it operated internationally serving over 150 destinations in over 70 countries across six continents. Dubai's topography mainly consists of fine, white sandy deserts and a flat coastline. [220] An extension to connect to the Red Line of the Dubai Metro is planned. [209], All taxi services are licensed by the RTA. [188][189] At the top, Burj Khalifa, the world's second highest observatory deck after the Shanghai Tower with an outdoor terrace is one of Dubai's most popular tourist attractions, with over 1.87 million visitors in 2013.[190]. The Indian Premier League 2020 will be held in UAE from 19 September to 10 November. [61] Experts also predict that the possibility of a tsunami in the region is minimal because the Persian Gulf waters are not deep enough to trigger a tsunami. The emirate of Dubai shares borders with Abu Dhabi in the south, Sharjah in the northeast, and the Sultanate of Oman in the southeast. [143] As of February 2009[update], Dubai's foreign debt was estimated at approximately $80 billion, although this is a tiny fraction of the sovereign debt worldwide. Imārat Dubayy) is one of the seven emirates of the United Arab Emirates. [240][253], Internet content is regulated in Dubai. Oil revenue, flowing from 1969 onwards supported a period of growth with Sheikh Rashid embarking on a policy of building infrastructure and a diversified trading economy before the emirate's limited reserves were depleted. World's largest refinery in Switzerland, Valcambi, was denounced by Swissaid for importing extensive gold from these Dubai firms. [243] The next food festival was held between 23 February 2017 to 11 March 2017.[244]. King, Geoffrey R.", "Modernity and tradition in Dubai architecture. Between 2012 and 2018, 95 per cent of gold from Sudan ended up in the UAE. 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. US Library of Congress – Legislative Branches, Dubai Municipality's e-government initiative. Three teams (Al Wasl FC, Shabab Al-Ahli Dubai FC and Al Nasr SC) represent Dubai in UAE Pro-League. An extension to the Red Line connecting the EXPO 2020 site is due to open in April 2020. [154], In September 2019, Dubai's ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum ordered to establish the Higher Committee for Real Estate Planning to study and evaluate future real estate construction projects, in ordered to achieve a balance between supply and demand,[155] which is seen as a move to curb the pace of construction projects following property prices fall. Current local time in United Arab Emirates – Dubai – Dubai. Area 13.5 square miles (35 square km). [38], BOAC was originally reluctant to start regular flights between Bombay and Dubai, fearing a lack of demand for seats. The Dubai Metro is the first urban train network in the Arabian Peninsula. [80][81][82] Some of the 250,000 foreign labourers in the city have been alleged to live in conditions described by Human Rights Watch as "less than humane". However, by the time the asphalt runway of Dubai Airport was constructed in 1965, opening Dubai to both regional and long haul traffic, a number of foreign airlines were competing for landing rights. [15][16], Many theories have been proposed as to origin of the word "Dubai". 2,645,581. [37], Despite a lack of oil, Dubai's ruler from 1958, Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum, used revenue from trading activities to build infrastructure. [64] Dubai is notable for sculpted artificial island complexes including the Palm Islands and The World archipelago. [83][84][85][86] The mistreatment of foreign workers was a subject of the difficult-to-make documentary, Slaves in Dubai (2009). These losses came at a time when the tribes of the interior were also experiencing poverty. About 60% of Internet users were Asian, while 25% of users were Arab. [120] There are other Arab nationals, including GCC nationals. One of the lesser known sides of Dubai is the importance of its young contemporary art gallery scene. [28] In 1896, fire broke out in Dubai, a disastrous occurrence in a town where many family homes were still constructed from barasti – palm fronds. [151] Indians, followed by Britons and Pakistanis are the top foreign investors in Dubai realty. In 2014, there were estimated to be 15.54 births and 1.99 deaths per 1,000 people. The UAE culture mainly revolves around traditional Arab culture. Many were trapped in desperate situations in crowded labor camps with no salary or any other financial source. [53], In 1973, Dubai joined the other emirates to adopt a uniform currency: the UAE dirham. [214] Emirates is the national airline of Dubai. [252] Homosexuality, drugs, and the theory of evolution are generally considered taboo. Fast food, South Asian, and Chinese cuisines are also very popular and are widely available. By the end of 2010, there will be 2,100 buses in service across the city. [25], An early mention of Dubai is in 1095 in the Book of Geography by the Andalusian-Arab geographer Abu Abdullah al-Bakri. [81] By early 2009, the situation had worsened with the Great Recession taking a heavy toll on property values, construction and employment. The force is under direct command of Mohammed bin Rashid al Maktoum. The sale and consumption of pork is regulated and is sold only to non-Muslims, in designated areas of supermarkets and airports. [167] As of 2018, Dubai is the fourth most-visited city in the world based on the number of international visitors and the fastest growing, increasing by a 10.7% rate. The captain gave the order to abandon ship but two lifeboats capsized and a second explosion occurred. [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. Dubai licensed taxis are easily identifiable by their cream bodywork colour and varied roof colours identifying the operator. Fast facts about Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Lorimer notes the transfer from Lingeh 'bids fair to become complete and permanent',[30] and also that the town had by 1906 supplanted Lingeh as the chief entrepôt of the Trucial States. [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. In 1910, in the Hyacinth incident the town was bombarded by HMS Hyacinth, with the loss of 37 killed. Abu Dhabi is also a major tourist attraction state where most peo… Choose Emirates airline to enjoy our world-class service on all flights. Dubai Metro consists of two lines (Red line and Green line) which run through the financial and residential areas of the city. The network has an Internet bandwidth of 7.5 Gbit/s with capacity of 49 STM1 links. Several indigenous trees such as the date palm and neem as well as imported trees such as the eucalypts grow in Dubai's natural parks. With the collapse of the pearling industry, Dubai fell into a deep depression and many residents lived in poverty or migrated to other parts of the Persian Gulf. Apart from being the capital city, it is also the second largest emirate in the world with an approximate population of 1.6 million people. [140] Dubai's property market experienced a major downturn in 2008[141] and 2009 as a result of the slowing economic climate. Private Yacht Tour Dubai. [citation needed], The government's decision to diversify from a trade-based, oil-reliant economy to one that is service- and tourism-oriented made property more valuable, resulting in the property appreciation from 2004 to 2006. 2 December 2005, On the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Legal System. It was constructed by more than 30 contracting companies around the world with workers of a hundred nationalities. Dubai also took delivery of over $15 million-worth of watches and over 5 million ounces of silver. 61.8 mi from Dubai. [55] Border disputes between the emirates continued even after the formation of the UAE; it was only in 1979 that a formal compromise was reached that ended disagreements. 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. [261], Some 36 schools offer an international education using the one or more of the four International Baccalaureate Programmes for students aged 3–19. 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A Non-Bailable Warrant (NBW) was issued against Rabins and one of his partners, Faisal. Men wear the "kandurah" also referred to as "dishdasha" or even "thawb" (long white robe) and the headscarf (ghotrah). [225] The Marine Transport Agency has also implemented the Dubai Water Bus System. The Persian Gulf borders the western coast of the emirate. Marhabaan and welcome to this beautiful footage of Dubai, U.A.E. Powerpoint. In 1841, a smallpox epidemic broke out in the Bur Dubai locality, forcing residents to relocate east to Deira. [241], The inaugural Dubai Food Festival was held between 21 February to 15 March 2014. Women usually wear the "abaya", a long black robe with a hijab (the head-scarf which covers the neck and part of the head-all of the hair and ears). 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. [204] In January 2010, the number of Dubai residents who use public transport stood at 6%. [35] At that time, Dubai consisted of the town of Dubai and the nearby village of Jumeirah, a collection of some 45 areesh (palm leaf) huts. [232][233], Dubai is known for its nightlife. [205], Five main routes – E 11 (Sheikh Zayed Road), E 311 (Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road), E 44 (Dubai-Hatta Highway), E 77 (Dubai-Al Habab Road) and E 66 (Oud Metha Road, Dubai-Al Ain Road, or Tahnoun Bin Mohammad Al Nahyan Road)[206] – run through Dubai, connecting the city to other towns and emirates. According to its 2013 research report on the future competitiveness of cities, in 2025, Dubai will have moved up to 23rd place overall in the Index. Dubai has a hot desert climate (Köppen BWh). Dubai is the second most expensive city in the region and 20th most expensive city in the world. Dubai's geographical proximity to Iran made it an important trade location. [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. [36] Arbitration by the British resulted in a cessation of hostilities. The gold imported from Sudan by Kaloti was from the mines controlled by militias responsible for war crimes and human rights violations in the country. The AED 4 billion first phase of the project will be complete by January 2015. In January 2020, three Sri Lankan expats were fined AED 500,000 each for posting defamatory Facebook posts. Dubai is also known for the historical souk districts located on either side of its creek. Community Number Community (English) Community (Arabic) Area… The Court of Cassation is the supreme court of the emirate and hears disputes on matters of law only. Groups that do not have their own buildings are allowed to use the facilities of other religious organisations or worship in private homes. 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