Dubai or Dubayy (in Arabic) is one of the seven emirates that make up the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on the Arabian Peninsula. The ruler of Dubai is HH Sheikh Maktoum Bin Rashid Al Maktoum who is also the Prime Minister of the federation of UAE. The crown prince is HH Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum. |
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Facts & Figures | ||
Population : Current population approx. 1.67 million, set
to increase to 3.5 million by 2010. 80% comprises of Expatriates
- Arab, Asians, European, and others. Climate : Dubai has a sub-tropical, arid climate. Rainfall
is infrequent and irregular. Falling mainly in winter, it amounts
to some five days a year. Temperatures range from a low of about
50 degrees Fahrenheit to a high 118 degrees. The mean daily maximum
is 75 degrees Fahrenheit in January rising to 105 degrees Fahrenheit
in July. Local time : Dubai Time is + 4 Hours GMT or 4 hours
ahead of the Greenwich Mean Time. GMT is used for all 24 of
the world's time zones. You can get the right Dubai Time by
dialling 140 (English) amd 141 (Arabic) Language : The official language is Arabic, Arabic and English are commonly used in business and commerce. Hindi and Urdu are also widely used. Religions : 96% Muslim, Hindu, Christian, 4% other |
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Brief History | ||
These historic finds have been carefully preserved and are now permanently housed in the Archeological Section of Dubai Museum. Modern Dubai, however, traces its origins to the 1830's. At that time, the small fishing village on the Shindagha peninsula at the mouth of the Creek was settled by a branch of the Bani Yas tribe, originally from the Liwa oasis to the south, led by the Maktoum family who still rule the emirates today.
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Places to Stay | ||
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Getting Around | ||
The Dubai Municipality operates the public bus service from 06:00-23:00. Depending on the destination adult fares vary and these are paid to the driver upon boarding. It is useful to have the exact change.
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Sightseeing | ||
The Creek is the main artery of Dubai, winding inland from the Gulf for about six miles. On its clear waters you will see traditional teak trading dhows plying their trade across the Gulf, heading as far as India. But then where on one end it has astounding inland waters, on the other end, it has expansive desert with the world famous Dubai Desert Safari. Also, from time to time, you can see small fishing boats coming in and out of the port. At night, the waterfront is a hive of activity, as Abras, the local water taxis, crisscrosses the Creek carrying people to their chosen restaurant or attraction for the evening.
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Others | ||
Click here for today's Exchange rates. Credit Cards - All major credit cards are accepted in Dubai, including Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Diners Club etc. Most establishments accept credit cards, though at some of the smaller ones you will get slightly better prices if you pay in cash. Business Days - All Government and private sector offices are closed on Friday & Saturday. Shops and supermarkets are open seven days a week, though on Fridays they start business after the afternoon prayers. Banks - Most international banks have branches in Dubai,
servicing the usual retail and corporate segments. Transfers can
be made easily as exchange controls are virtually non-existent,
and the Dirham is freely convertible. |
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Dubai Popular Airlines : | ||
When it comes to Airlines, Dubai has some top notch airlines to offer, Emirates Airlines & Flydubai are the two official Airline Services in the Emirate of Dubai, these both airlines are widely known for their exceptional service and hospitality and these are the most used airlines which all the passengers want to travel. Emirates Airlines FlyDubai Flights & Online Hotel Booking are always easy with Tajawal, Find Your Travel Destination today and Compare Rates Online. |
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