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 One of Dubai's oldest heritage sites is the Al Fahidi historical neighbourhood, also known as Al Bastakiya. The district holds memories of an era that pre-dates the Federation of the Emirates, before the union of the Emirati tribes in 1971 and a time when the pearl trade flourished in the region. Discover what life in Old Dubai was like during the mid-19th century at the Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood. Located along Dubai Creek, this district is an iconic heritage site that preserves much of its original infrastructure. – PowerPoint PPT presentation

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Title: Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood


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DUBAI CULTURE
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ABOUT us
  • Dubai Culture Arts Authority was launched on
    8th March 2008 by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed
    bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime
    Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai.
  • The Authority enables and develops the cultural
    and creative sectors in the emirate as the
    custodian entity, based on its cultural
    responsibility towards Dubai and to help define
    it in both a local and global context.
  • Under the leadership of Her Highness Sheikha
    Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum,
    Chairperson of Dubai Culture, the Authority is
    committed to enriching the cultural scene of the
    emirate, firmly rooted in the heritage of the
    United Arab Emirates. It is working on building
    bridges of constructive dialogue between various
    civilizations and cultures to enhance Dubais
    position as a global center for art and culture,
    an incubator for creativity, and a thriving hub
    for talent.

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AL FAHIDI HISTORICAL NEIGHBOURHOOD
  • When you are visiting Dubai sightseeing is a must
    for you. With all the incredible places around
    you would definitely want to explore some. Al
    Fahidi Historical Neighborhood is an incredible
    chance to get to know the old lifestyle, which
    was predominant in Dubai, with its rich esteems
    that can be found in the outline of the
    structures and the way they are dispersed.
  • Discover what life in Old Dubai was like during
    the mid-19th century at Al Fahidi Historical
    Neighbourhood. Located along the Dubai Creek,
    this district is a key heritage site with much of
    the original infrastructure preserved and intact.
  • The traditional wind towers constructed from
    sandstone, teak, gypsum, palm wood and sandalwood
    represent only a small part of Al Fahidis
    history. Each alley, twisting pathway and breezy
    tower tells a story of a life before the seven
    emirates.

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Contact Us
Contact No. - 80033222 Email us -
info_at_dubaiculture.ae Website - https//www.dubaicu
lture.gov.ae/ Address Dubai Design District
Building 2 level 6 7th Floor PO BOX 115222,
Dubai.
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