A look inside one of the greatest travel destinations in the world.
The Burj Khalifa The Burj Khalifa is a ground-breaking feat of architecture and engineering, with two observation decks on the 124th and 148th floors and a restaurant-bar on the 122nd. The world s tallest building pierces the sky at 828m (seven times the height of Big Ben) and opened on 4 January 2010, only six years after excavations began. Up to 13,000 workers toiled day and night, putting up a new floor in as little as three days. World Records: At over 828 metres (2,716.5 feet) and more than 160 stories, Burj Khalifa holds the Dubai Marina Dubai Marina is a district in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Dubai Marina is an artificial canal city, built along a two mile stretch of Persian Gulf shoreline. When the entire development is complete, it will accommodate more than 120,000 people in residential towers and villas. It is located on Interchange 5 between Jebel Ali Port and the area which hosts Dubai Internet City, Dubai Media City, and the American University in Dubai. following records: Tallest building in the world Tallest free-standing structure in the world Highest number of stories in the world Highest occupied floor in the world Highest outdoor observation deck in the world Tallest service elevator in the world In June 2010, Burj Khalifa was the recipient of the 2010 Best Tall Building Middle East & Africa award by the CTBUH. On 28 September 2010 Burj Khalifa won the award for best project of year at the Middle East Architect Awards 2010.
Man-Made Islands Palm Jumeirah and Palm Sheikh Atlantis Hotel Ali, two artificial islands settled on the coast of Dubai, United Arab Emirates are a wonderful alternative to luxury accommodation. Dubai Palm Islands are perhaps the most ruthless and inimitable of all mega real estate developments in the city that brim around the top-notch hotels near Dubai Palms Islands, resorts, dazzling beachfront villas, the best in class dining establishments, marinas, water parks and shopping facilities. Did You Know? Atlantis is a majestic 5 star Dubai hotel situated on the Palm, a man-made island that has captured the world s imagination with its magnificent scale and ingenuity. From the hotel architecture to the award-winning restaurants and must-visit aquatic attractions, this is one of Dubai s luxury resorts that never ceases to amaze. Immerse yourself in wonder, and experience the intimate and romantic atmosphere of our Poseidon and Neptune Underwater Suites. Burj Al Arab Burj Al Arab (Tower of the Arabs) is a luxury hotel located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It has been called The world s only 7 star Hotel and is the third tallest hotel in the world. However, 39% of its total height is made up of non-occupiable space. Burj Al Arab stands on an artificial island 280m (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. It has a helipad near the roof at a height of 689 feet above ground. This is a Muslim state, but alcohol flows liberally. By law, it can be served only within the confines of a hotel, but with an estimated 450 hotels in the emirate, some with up to 26 bars, restaurants and clubs, you won t be left thirsty. Set in a sail-shaped 321 metres building, Burj Al Arab offers luxurious suites with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the Dubai coastline. It features a full-service spa along with 8 restaurants and bars. Decorated in warm colours and rich fabrics, each suite has panoramic views of the Arabic Gulf.
Indoor Ski Ski Dubai features an 85-meter-high indoor mountain with 5 slopes of varying steepness and difficulty, including a 400-metre-long run, the world s first indoor black run, and various features (boxes, rails, kickers) that are changed on a regular basis. A quad lift and a tow lift carry skiers and snowboarders up the mountain. Adjoining the slopes is a 3,000-square-metre Snow Park play area comprising sled and toboggan runs, an icy body slide, climbing towers, giant snowballs and an ice cave. Dubai Mall With around 1200 stores, this is not merely the world s largest shopping mall it s a small city unto itself, with a giant ice rink and aquarium, a dino skeleton, indoor theme parks and 150 food outlets. It also has a 250-room luxury hotel, 22 cinema screens plus 120 restaurants and cafes. The Mall has over 14,000 parking spaces across 3 car parks, with valet services and a car locator ticketing system. The mall has won five awards, two awards at the Retail Future Project Awards at Mapic, Cannes, in 2004. The 7D Experience Dubai Mall s thrilling 7D show stunned the viewers giving an Aquarium and Underwater Zoo The Mall s Dubai Aquarium and Discovery Centre, developed and operated by Oceanis Australia Group, having one of the world s largest Acrylic Panel. amazing experience. Aside from other multidimensional contenders is the edition of the seventh sensory effects, so in addition to blowing air, splashing water, and moving chairs there s smoke too. This show takes place live in the mall where you see stunning visuals of dolphins jumping out of water to a Tyrannosaurus Rex walking live in front of you!
Explore More Dubai: Wild Wadi Water Park Dubai Fountain Dubai Creek Dubai Museum Jumeirah Beach Saeed Al Maktoum House Safa Park Dubai Waterfront Dubai Zoo Deira Island Deira Clocktower Falconcity of Wonders Publication Date: May 2016 Doumani Design This book was created for educational purposes only and is not intended to be sold for commercial use. For more information please visit www.doumanidesign.com.