“We travel not to escape life, but for life not to escape us.”
-Anonymous
DUBAI
DESTINATIONS TO ROOT FOR !
Burj Al Arab
The Burj al-Arab is a luxury hotel located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It is the third tallest hotel in the world (although 39% of its total height is made up of non-occupiable space). Burj Al Arab stands on an artificial island 280 m (920 ft) from Jumeirah beach and is connected to the mainland by a private curving bridge. The shape of the structure is designed to mimic the sail of a ship. Al Muntaha ("The Ultimate"), is located 200 m (660 ft) above the Persian Gulf, offering a view of Dubai. It is supported by a full cantilever that extends 27 m (89 ft) from either side of the mast, and is accessed by a panoramic elevator.
Burj Khalifa
The Burj Khalifa is a megatall skyscraper in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. With a total height of 829.8 m (2,722 ft) including the antenna and a roof height of 828 m (2,717 ft), the Burj Khalifa is currently the tallest structure in the world. One of the main features of Burj Khalifa is The Dubai Fountain which is illuminated by 6,600 lights and 50 coloured projectors, it is 270 m (900 ft) long and shoots water 150 m (500 ft) into the air, accompanied by a range of classical to contemporary Arabic and world music. Burj Khalifa Park is another feature of Burj Khalifa.
The Dubai Mall
The Dubai Mall is a shopping mall in Dubai and the largest mall in the world by total area. It has nearly 1200 shops and is the most visited building. It also has a 250-room luxury hotel, 22 cinema screens plus 120 restaurants and cafes. The aquarium, located in The Dubai Mall, showcases more than 300 species of marine animals, including sharks and rays. SEGA Republic, a 76,000 sq ft indoor park features 15 rides and an array of amusement games, including motion simulators, classic carnival games, skill games, and a wide array of redemption games. The Dubai Mall is home to one of the newest Rainforest Cafe locations.
MUST TRY DISHES !
Harees
Harees or Jareesh is an Arab dish of boiled, cracked, or coarsely-ground wheat, mixed with meat. Its consistency varies between a porridge and a dumpling. Harees is a popular dish known in the Arab countries of the Persian Gulf, especially in the month of Ramadan.
Falafel
Falafel or felafel is a deep-fried ball, doughnut or patty made from ground chickpeas, fava beans, or both. Falafel is a traditional Middle Eastern food, commonly served in a pita, which acts as a pocket, or wrapped in a flatbread known as taboon; "falafel" also frequently refers to a wrapped sandwich that is prepared in this way. The falafel balls are topped with salads, pickled vegetables, hot sauce, and drizzled with tahini-based sauces.
Stuffed Camel
Stuffed camel is considered one of the most luxurious and celebratory foods. Cooked on a spit over open flame, stuffed camel can be filled with chicken, eggs, fish, sheep and spices. Because it is so over-the-top, stuffed camel is served only when there is a special occasion, festival, Bedouin ceremony or other important cultural or family event, so if you can't miss this dish, plan your trip accordingly.