Essential visits in Dubai

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Most of those who have had the opportunity to travel to Dubai have it clear: it is a destination that must be visited once in a lifetime. This city, capital of the eponymous emirate, one of the seven that make up the United Arab Emirates, is located on the Persian Gulf coast, right in the Arabian desert. In recent years it has experienced amazing growth, becoming one of the best destinations to enjoy the sun all year round. Of course, it is not its beaches that stand out, but its gigantic shopping malls, its theme parks, its luxury hotels and its tall buildings, which contrast with the souks and traditional markets.

There are so many places Dubai It is worth visiting because it will be difficult for you to see them all. Therefore, today we have selected ten of the most important. Of course, we are aware that we have left many points of interest in the pipeline. Would you like to join us?

Burj Khalifa

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First of all, we want to talk about the Burj Khalifa, which, at 828 meters high, is considered the most high of the world. More than 12,000 people from 30 countries participated in its construction. Its viewpoints are certainly worth visiting, as they offer spectacular views.


Burj Al Arab

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Another eye-catching Dubai building is the Burj Al Arab, a 321-meter-high luxury hotel located on an island. artificial which is connected to firm ground through a street. It is considered the only 7-star hotel in the world.

Jumeirah palm

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Of course, we must highlight the Jumeirah Palm, the smallest of the set of three artificial palm-shaped islands called Palm Islands. The problem is that the only way to appreciate it well is from the heights, for which you will need to take a helicopter or seaplane ride or parachute jump.

Dubai Marina

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If you have the possibility to visit this city, we recommend you take a tour of Dubai Marina, a district that has been built around the largest port artificial planet. Here you will find first-class restaurants and leisure and entertainment complexes.


Jumeirah Mosque

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As it could not be otherwise, we also have to talk about the Jumeirah Mosque, the most important in Dubai. It is important to note that this is the only mosque of the city that non-Muslims can access.

Fountain of Dubai

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Another corner of the city worth visiting is the Dubai Fountain, which is actually a system of fountains with continuous choreography. It is the largest dancing fountain in the world. Without a doubt, the show it offers is beautiful.

Dubai Creek

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Dubai Creek is a natural estuary that runs from the coast to the interior, covering 10 kilometers and dividend the city in two parts. Although you can cross it through bridges and tunnels, it is also possible to take small boats.


Ski Dubai

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We cannot forget Ski Dubai, one of the largest inland ski resorts on the planet. And we are talking about 22,500 square meters of skiable area. It is in the Mall of the Emirates, which is considered one of the largest shopping centers in the world.

The Dubai Mall

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And speaking of shopping malls, we have to highlight the Dubai Mall, the largest on the planet considering its total area. It houses more than 1,200 warehouses and service stores, 6 floors of a commercial area, 10 parking spaces, a luxurious medical center, a hockey on ice and a water zoo.

Desert

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Finally, we must speak of the desert. And is that if you have the opportunity to travel to Dubai, you should visit it. The best way to do it is through a safari, a 4 × 4 car excursion in which drivers can have a great time.

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