Multicultural Dubai is a favorite holiday destination in the United Arab Emirates for tourists from all over the world. It is a fascinating city full of skyscrapers and shopping malls. Within a few decades, it transformed from a desert settlement into a modern business center and a city of the future. Therefore, it is an excellent destination for family holidays in luxurious seaside resorts and water parks or for numerous attractive sales in shopping malls. Dubai is a guarantee of sun, good fun and the best attractions. It is certainly a perfect destination for sightseeing enthusiasts or active people practicing sports, not only water sports.
Tours in Dubai city center - entry to Burj Khalifa and Dubai Fountains
If you want something unique, it is worth purchasing a helicopter trip. These flights take place over the city and islands artificially created in the sea. First of all, it is worth going for a drink to the Atmosphere Lounge bar located on the 122nd floor of the building Burj Khalifa/Burj Khalifa (the tallest building in the world). Access to the 122nd floor is via a super-fast elevator in less than a minute! Atmosphere Lounge is located 442 meters above the city and offers delicious cuisine in an elegant restaurant with a private dining room. Jerome Lagarde, with 20 years of experience in renowned restaurants around the world, awarded with a Michelin star, is responsible for creating the dishes. Chef Jerome, who enjoys an excellent reputation, guarantees visitors an unforgettable culinary experience. First of all, thanks to innovative menus with the best ingredients from all over the world. Guests can also relax and admire the panorama of the Persian Gulf while sipping delicious drinks in the exclusive setting of the bar. Dubai is a paradise for foodies!
Dubai and its hallmark - Burj Khalifa
Burj Khalifa is certainly the most iconic building in the city. It is also one of the main tourist attractions in Dubai and the entire Arab Emirates. The impressive height of the skyscraper - 829,8 m, makes it the tallest building in the world. Therefore, it is one of the most emblematic skyscrapers ever built. For most visitors, a trip to the observation deck on the 124th floor is a must-see during their stay in the city. Therefore, the views of the city's coastline and the Dubai skyline from this perspective are simply stunning. The observation deck offers 360-degree views of skyscrapers, the desert on one side and the Persian Gulf on the other. That's why night visits to the top of Burj Khalifa are particularly popular among photographers. Everyone dreams of a perfect shot of the famous Dubai skyline on a cloudless day. Certainly, Dubai with its architectural wonders will delight not only photography enthusiasts.
The famous fountain show
In the areas surrounding and adjacent to Burj Khalifa there are the beautifully designed gardens of Downtown Dubai and the famous Dubai Fountains. They are located on a lake with an area of 12 hectares.
These are certainly the largest dancing fountains in the world, modeled on the famous Bellagio Fountains in Las Vegas. The fountains come to life every 30 minutes from 18 p.m. every day, and at one time they throw over 00 liters of water to a height of 84 meters. The shows use 140 lights and 6600 color projectors that can display over 25 water images. The show delights viewers with colorful, illuminated streams dancing to the rhythm of various melodies. The sound repertoire includes Arabic music, international hits and popular songs, such as:“Thriller” Michael Jackson, "Time to Say Goodbye" Andrea Bocelli or " I will always love you “Whitney Houston.
Interestingly, this most beautiful fountain show in the world is free. You can additionally purchase a ticket for a cruise on a traditional boat on the lake or on a floating platform located right next to the fountain.
Hotel Armani in Burj Khalifa – the best hotel for holidays in the center of Dubai
Hotel Armani has a separate entrance in the world's tallest building and occupies 11 floors of this famous skyscraper in Dubai. The Armani Hotel in Dubai is extremely chic and elegant five star hotel, designed by the famous Italian fashion icon – Giorgio Armani. The hotel is named after him. It's a stylish place, full of flair and good taste. Artfully decorated rooms finished with luxurious fabrics are equipped with the latest amenities. The hotel is located luxury spa and seven restaurants, including Armani Hashi serving Japanese cuisine specialties with a modern twist. Armani Privé nightclub is the most popular and fashionable disco in Dubai. For the convenience of guests who like shopping, the Armani Hotel has a direct entrance to the Dubai Mall.
Dubai with the largest shopping center - Dubai Mall
Bur Dubai is the "heart of the city" and a must-visit district, especially the famous shopping mall
Dubai is famous for having the best shopping malls in the Emirates. Dubai Mall with a huge aquarium with an underwater zoo and an ice rink of Olympic dimensions. In addition, there is the Kidzania children's park and a giant cinema complex. The huge Dubai Aquarium with a capacity of 10 million liters of water is home to over 33 specimens of marine animals, including 400 sharks.
The Dubai Mall, located next to the tallest building in the world. Burj Khalifa Dubai Mall is the largest shopping mall and entertainment center in the world in terms of area, which is 112,4 ha. The Dubai Mall has over 1200 stores, 2 department stores: Bloomingdale's and Galerie Laffayette, and 120 cafes and restaurants.
The center was opened in November 2008 and since then it has been the largest shopping center both in Dubai and in the entire United Arab Emirates. The facility covers an area of over one million square meters.
Shopping enthusiasts can choose from a wide range of boutiques of renowned brands and designers from around the world. This includes Versace, Roberto Cavalli, Burberry, Christian Louboutin. Bvlgari or Tiffany & Co.
Dubai Mall Zabeel is a huge extension of the gallery, opened in 2019, offering new attractions, restaurants, shops, boutiques and another 3000 parking spaces. The Dubai Mall leads to the Zabeel area via an air-conditioned bridge, where visitors can use an additional 15 square meters of shopping and entertainment space and admire the extensive collection of works of art.
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