UAE, Especially Dubai is a hub of tourism and travelers. It is the only region in the entire Middle-East which encourages tourism to the peak. In fact, when we count the total number of travelers and tourists visiting the Gulf region, a major chunk of it is in UAE only. A good share of GDP of UAE, especially Dubai, is generated from tourism and travelers. There are a lot of man-made and natural tourist attractions in UAE. Let us briefly look into some of such places.
- Burj Khalifa
Burj Khalifa is the tallest building in the world. It is the most famous landmark in Dubai. It is not only the tallest building but the tallest free-standing structure in the world. This building has got the highest observation deck in the world and the longest traveling elevator in the world. Burj Khalifa is a major tourist attraction in Dubai.
- Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
If you don’t visit Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque while on a tour in UAE, you miss an opportunity to see the incredible beauty of the blend of modern and contemporary architectural craftsmanship. This is a large mosque of high aesthetic design. Gold, mosaic and glass art is used lavishly in the mosque.
- Jebel Hafeet
Jebel Hafeet is a place of panoramic beauty. It is a tourist destination on the way to Al Ain from Abu Dhabi. Jebel Hafeet offers a twisting mountain ride at the heart of a desert.
- Sharjah Arts Museum
Sharjah Arts Museum is the most popular museums in the Emirate. It is home to several antique collections and artwork. Large collections of paintings on the Arab world by Arab artists and western artists are preserved here. It is a must to visit place for the typical traveler in UAE.
- Dubai Creek Dhow Ride
Dubai Creek is a beautiful place to visit. The Dhow ride from Bur Dubai to Daira is a jovial experience. The Dhows will remind us of the past of Dubai when people made living as fishermen and pearl collectors.
