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Dubai, the second largest of the seven Emirates, is a desert city-state on the shores of the beautiful Arabian Gulf, replete with clean, sandy beaches and clear, blue-green waters. It has an ancient heritage that survives amidst the skyscrapers and highways of a modern, cosmopolitan city of almost 700,000 people. This 'Pearl of the Arabian Gulf', concentrated mainly on its exquisite creek, the finest natural shelter in 1600km (1000 miles) of coastline, ranks as the UAE's most important port and commercial center.

 

        

 

Bur Dubai, the original town situated on the southern side of the creek, has substantial areas of old buildings, atmospheric alleyways and souks (markets). The modern city is on the Deira side of the creek and is cosmopolitan and lively, with many attractive gardens and first-class shopping facilities, ranging from Western-style shops to the ancient souks where spices, perfume, clothing, antiques, handicrafts and jewels are available. One-fifth of the world's gold passes through Dubai by air or sea.

 

Dubai offers a breath-taking variety of attractions and activities for visitors. From the almost 200-year old Al Fahidi fort that houses Dubai Museum, to the Emirates Golf Club--a wonder in the desert, there are a multitude of experiences to be had. The outstanding sporting facilities in Dubai, include fishing, powerboat racing, snorkeling and ice skating. Apart from golf and museums, tourists can also water-ski, go "dune surfing," swim, tan, sail, camel-ride, go on safari and attend many international sporting and entertainment events.

 

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