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Location Dubai is located- United Arab Emirates

Famous Attractions Burj Khalifa Wild Wadi Water Park Burj Al Arab Dubai Creek Ski Dubai Palm Jumeirah

History Facts From 3rd century AD, Dubai was believed to be a part of pre-Islamic community led by the Sassanian Empire. During 1940s, some tensions and wars occurred between Dubai and Abu Dhabi, which even led the British to create a barrier zone between these two emirates. The 1990’s Persian Gulf War took a toll on Dubai’s economic climate, as the investors withdrew their huge sum of money from banks in the emirate speculating dubious situations. Today Dubai is a business and tourist destination having high sophisticated infrastructure

Currency Rating 1 United Arab Emirates Dirham equals to 0.27 US Dollar

Important People Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan- founder UAE, first president Elham Al Qasim- first Arab woman to reach North Pole Abdullah Mohammed Saleh- Founder National Bank of Dubai Ahlam- singer Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum- Athlete

Restaurants in Dubai Thiptara Vapiano Ashiana

Ways to have fun in Dubai Shopping malls Dubai beaches Helicopter rides Jet skiing Go- karting Wild Wadi Water Theme Park Hot air balloon ride Scuba diving

Best Hotels to stay at Dubai International Hotel One & Only The Palm Dubai JA Palm Tree Court Jumeirah Zabeel Saray

Random Facts Foreigners make up most of the population in Dubai Fastest growing city in the world The tallest building there is 164 floors and it is called Burj Khalifa Oil was discovered in Dubai in 1963 During the summer the temperatures reach 120 and don't fall below 100 at night

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