Marking a change of tempo from the frenzy of the metropolis is the relatively untamed enclave of Ras Al-Khor. This nature reserve located on marshland is home to numerous species of migratory birds, including a population of pink flamingoes, a mascot..

In view of the speed at which increasingly ambitious constructions pop up on the skyline, the Dubai World Trade Centre could almost be classed a historical monument. This, the first of Dubai's skyscrapers (1979), stands 149m tall and remains - with i..

Located around a lake set slightly back from the seafront, the Dubai Marina is the heart of new Dubai. Its complex of 200 skyscrapers, includes the Pentominium (516m), the world's tallest residential building. Even more astounding is the Hydropolis, ..

An archipelago (three islands planned, currently under construction) built to resemble a palm tree from a bird's eye view. Off the coast of the old town is Palm Deira, with a surface area greater than Paris; only Palm Jumeirah, opposite Dubai Marina..

A flagship Middle Eastern educational establishment, Al-Ahmadiya School was founded in 1912. The Emirate's first school then became a museum dedicated to education in 2000, offering visitors an insight into the establishment's eventful history and gi..

Visiting Heritage House, built in 1890 next to the Al-Ahmadiya School , is a unique opportunity to understand Dubai's past life and its architectural evolution. The building, which has a dozen rooms embellished with refined motifs laid out around a ..

The famous wind towers you see here are actually decors reconstructed to resemble the alleyways of old Arabian towns. Its name is misleading: Madinat Jumeirah is not a traditional souk, but a complex of shops, where prices are non-negotiable, as well..

A paradise for racegoers (note that gambling is illegal in Dubai), Nad Al-Sheba Racing Club boasts two parallel horse-racing tracks (2 200m and 2 000m). You can come and watch the priceless thoroughbreds in training. Competitions are held at night fr..

Located along Dubai Creek , Creekside Park is a 96ha haven of greenery. A sophisticated botanical space, it will delight young and old alike with its scenic train, cable cars, sites for barbecues, and children's playgrounds. Other activities on offe..

A fun and brightly coloured science city dedicated to children and located right in Creekside Park , Children’s City combines education and amusement. Young visitors learn as they laugh, thanks to interactive installations on themes such as the myst..