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My four Arabian nights – Part 2: Dubai

My four Arabian nights – Part 2: Dubai

Dubai fascinates me. The sky is literally the limit with all the luxury in the world, its new high-rise buildings and Western-style mega malls. Whatever you want to do or buy, you’ll probably be able to find it in Dubai. But for me, the city has no soul. Everything is...

My four Arabian nights – Part 2: Dubai

Dubai fascinates me. The sky is literally the limit with all the luxury in the world, its new high-rise buildings and Western-style mega malls. Whatever you want to do or buy, you’ll probably be able to find it in Dubai. But for me, the city has no soul. Everything is new, mostly built after the seventies, and seems to be aimed at spending as much money as possible. If you’re looking to find some history or culture, you’ll have to look hard. I did find some though. Al Bastakiya is one of the oldest neighbourhoods (1890’s) in the city with narrow, labyrinthine streets, art galleries, museums and cafés. It’s a nice contrast to all the skyscrapers. Unfortunately...

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