Dubai lays in a desert, so the summer season, from May to September is sweltering, with the daytime temperature as high as 45 ⁰C. Outside activities are not recommended, though. Nights, when air lowers into 30 ⁰C are considered cool.
Religion
Islam is the official religion of the U.A.E. and is integral to the local culture. The Arabic word “Islam” literally means “submission to God,” and the core of the faith is the belief that there is only one God (Allah)
Shopping in Dubai
There’s no doubt about it: Dubai is a shopper’s paradise. It may not be high culture, but it is a high street. One could argue that all of the international fashions offered here are available in London, New York, or
Embassies
Embassies & Consulates — All embassies are located in the U.A.E.’s capital, Abu Dhabi. Many countries also have consulates located in Dubai. Note that most will be closed on Friday and Saturday. The Australian Embassy is on the 14th floor of the Al
Local People
People Of Dubai Emiratis are known for their warm hospitality. They are noticeable conservative and sometimes orthodox. The men commonly wear a long shirt-dress, Khandura white color, and a headscarf. The women wear black-colored burkha and hijab. Islam is the
History and politics
History Of Dubai The earliest written records about Dubai are found in the Book of Geography by Abu Abdullah Al Bakri – about the visit of the Venetian merchant Gaspero Balbi in 1580. At first, Dubai was a small fisherman
Local food
Boasting bold, exotic flavors, Dubai is the destination for travelers wanting to indulge in the city’s traditional Arabic cuisine Dubai has established itself as a fast-growing cosmopolitan city that offers various attractions for tourists across the world. This has also
Geography and nature
Dubai is situated on the Persian Gulf coast of the United Arab Emirates and is roughly at sea level. The emirate of Dubai shares borders with Abu Dhabi in the south, Sharjah in the northeast, and the Sultanate of Oman in the southeast. Hatta, a minor exclave of
General info
Area Codes The country code for the U.A.E. is 971 , and the city code for Dubai is 04, for Abu Dhabi 02, Sharjah 06, Al Ain 03. Business Hours Government offices are typically open Sunday to Thursday from 7:30