The United Arab Emirates is an amazing combination of desert landscapes with chic mirrored skyscrapers rising high into the sky. Every self-respecting traveler is obliged to visit the capital of this country at least once in his life.
If you are going to visit Dubai or are simply interested in this country, then our top 5 attractions in Dubaiwhat you need.
Burj Khalifa
Burj Khalifa - an architectural masterpiece that is the tallest structureexpensive and technically advanced in the world. The building in the form of a frozen stalagmite block has 163 floors. The height of the building is more than eight hundred meters. The skyscraper houses about nine hundred apartments and more than three hundred hotel rooms. Thirty-five floors are leased out for office space. On the 122nd floor, the famous 80-seat restaurant Atmosphere is located, which is the highest-located restaurant on the planet. The total cost of the entire project is over $ 1.5 billion.
Inside the building is equipped with the latest technology. The materials of the highest quality were used for the decoration of the walls and premises. The amount of gold and expensive marble is simply dazzling. The air inside the skyscraper is not ventilated, but is saturated with an exclusive scent created specifically for the Burj Khalifa. The windows, equipped with special glass, do not let in soot and dust and reflect the sun's rays, which allows you to constantly maintain the optimal air temperature in the premises. The walls of the skyscraper are built with concrete that can withstand temperatures in excess of fifty degrees Celsius. An artificial lake was created at the entrance to the building, from which a colored fountain spouts, the stream of which reaches 150 meters in height. The process is accompanied by scoring of musical compositions.
Palm Island (The Palm Jumeyrah)
Today, the most popular attraction among tourists visiting Dubai is the world famous project The Palm Jumeyrah. He is artificial island in the form of a palm tree with seventeen branches.
The man-made palm tree is surrounded by a crescent-shaped barrier on which several luxury hotels are located. The central part of the island is reserved for residential and shopping and entertainment complexes, parks and restaurants. The branches are intended for the construction of luxury villas.
Wild Wadi Water Park
If you are a fan of water activities, then you should visit the largest water park in the Near and Middle East - Wild Wadi. Located close to the best hotels in the world, the water park is a small fairyland, decorated in the spirit of the stories about the legendary Sindbad the sailor. There are dozens of attractions and pools, cafes, restaurants and bars here. Cheerful discos are held at night.
The water park is designed for visitors of all ages, but please note that children are not allowed access to many attractions. There is also the highest wave pool in the region, the wave height of which reaches one and a half meters.
Aquarium
The world's largest aquarium is located inside the Dubai Mall and is a structure as high as a three-story building. The population of this "artificial sea" is more than thirty thousand marine fish and animals belonging to various species - from sharks to small molluscs. The transparent glass panel allows you to personally enjoy all this splendor. The bravest visitors can, with the help of experienced instructors, dive into the water and swim alongside the marine life. There is a small zoo above the aquarium, which is home to various species of birds, reptiles and penguins.
Jumeirah Mosque
Among the many attractions in Dubai, Jumeirah stands out for its beauty and size. A masterpiece of Arab religious architecture, it is open to visitors regardless of their religious affiliation. From the outside, the building is finished with light stone, thanks to which it blends harmoniously with the desert background that surrounds it. The interior decoration of the temple simply boggles the imagination with its luxury.