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Heritage
and Diving Village
A traditional heritage village, located in the Shindagah
area has been created where potters and weavers display
their crafts. The Diving village forms part of an
ambitious plan to turn the entire area into a cultural
microcosm, recreating life in Dubai as it was in days
gone by. Located near the mouth of the creek, this
area is also popular in the evenings as a venue for
its open-air cafeterias and live entertainment. Several
shops also sell handicrafts. No entrance fees.
Contact: Tel: 04 3937151
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Jumeirah
Mosque
Located on Al Jumeira Road this mosque, one of the
most beautiful of all, and a fine example of modern
Islamic architecture. The beauty of the mosque, the
city's largest, is seen at its very best particularly
when floodlit after sundown, when the subtle lighting
throws its artistry into relief. The mosque is one
of the most visited and photographed sights. Tours
are at 10am every Sunday and Thursday mornings. For
tour information, contact the Sheikh Mohammed Centre
for Cultural Understanding, which is open 8am - 3pm,
Sat-Wed.
Contact: Tel: 04 3447755
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Sheikh
Saeed Al Maktoum House (Museum, Port Rashid, Dubai)
Shaikh
Saeed was the grandfather of the present ruler and
his house has been restored as a museum. Dating from
the late 1800s, Sheikh Saeed's House was built in
a commanding position near the sea so the Ruler could
observe shipping activity from its balconies. With
its wind-towers and layers of rooms built around a
central courtyard, it is a fine example of regional
architecture. An ambitious restoration project has
returned the house to its former glory and makes it
a showcase for the history and development of Dubai.
Sheikh Saeed's house can be visited as part of the
Big Bus Company's tour of Dubai. The ticket price
of Dhs 75 includes the entrance to Sheikh Saeed's
House and Dubai museum as well.
Contact: Tel: 04 3937139
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Shindagha
At the mouth of the Creek, Shindagha is the original
site from which Dubai grew. Sheikh Saeed's house,
the former home of the ruling Maktoum family, has
been carefully restored here. Open daily from 8:30am
- 8:30pm, except Fridays: 3pm - 8:30pm.
Timings: Open daily from 8:30am - 8:30pm, except Fridays:
3pm - 8:30pm
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Spice
Souk
The narrow lanes of the spice souk are redolent with
cloves, cardamom, cinnamon, incense, dried fruit and
nuts. Imported from all over the Middle East, they
are sold straight out of open sacks that surround
the shop keepers.
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