Dubai has been transformed from a desert backwater port into a rapidly growing metropolis. It’s currently the world's fourth-largest skyscraper city.
What started as a small town in the world has transformed into a business and tourism hub. The Burj Khalifa Palm Jumeirah and the Dubai Creek Tower are just a few of the stunning structures that can be seen here.
We will also explore future mega projects of Dubai, including the 711 m tall Meydan one tower and Dubai Creek Tower.
1. Burj Al Arab
The Burj Al Arab is one of the tallest hotels in the world, with a total height of 1053 feet (320.95 m).
The Construction was completed in a $1 billion sail-shaped building in 1999.
The hotel stands magnificently atop an artificial island. There is a bridge to reach the Burj Al Arab, who doesn't have a helicopter. At one point, the helipad was being transformed into a tennis court, a boxing ring, and even a race car track.
2. Palm Jumeirah
In 2001 Palm Jumeirah, The quest for ultimate luxury in Dubai didn’t end with Burj Al Arab.
Construction began on the Palm Jumeirah in June 2001 and by 2006 the first residential units were sold to the public, the Palm Jumeirah was part of massive land reclamation.
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It was the first section to be constructed of palm crescent-shaped backwaters. It prevents strong ocean currents from damaging internal island structures.
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3. Dubai Metro
In 2009, The Red Line, which has just ten stations, was inaugurated by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. The Dubai Metro Red line was named the world's longest driverless metro line by the Guinness Book of World Records on May 23, 2011. It is 32.37 miles long.
It has done almost 2.348 million journeys, covering a total distance of 81.133 million kilometers.
Did you know that the four essential elements of the Dubai Metro Stations are earth, air, fire, and water?
The passengers' needs are met by the Dubai Metro, which picks them up and drops them off at their designated stations without delay. Because of this, it boasts the greatest timeliness percentage of any driverless metro system in the world: 99.7%!
4. Burj Khalifa
Dubai is home to the world's longest driverless metro as well as the world's highest skyscraper, the 828 (2716.5 feet) meter-high BurjKhalifa. The Burj Khalifa cost $1.5 Billion to make.
It's almost twice as tall as the Empire State Building and three times as tall as the Eiffel Tower.
After six years, The Burj Khalifa was formally opened on January 4th, 2010. More than 55,000 tonnes of steel had been utilized by the time the final slab of the Burj Khalifa was placed, enough to construct the Eiffel Tower six times.
5. Al Maktoum Internationalairport
Architectural wonders such as the Palm Jumeirah and Burj Khalifa are quickly becoming tourist hotspots.
Dubai is also expected to expand its airports with an ever-increasing tourist stream located in the area of Jebel Ali Al-Maktoum fell.
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The international airport, named after the ruler of the Emirate of Dubai, Mohammed bin Rashid Al-Maktoum, is also known as Dubai World Central International Airport and was opened in 2010.
The airport's construction is estimated to have cost the Dubai government a whopping 82 billion dollars. It's now the world's fourth busiest, with around 90 million yearly passengers.
6. Dubai frame
The Al-Maktoum international airport was built for functionality. The Dubai frame on the other hand was built to showcase the city's extravagance.
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It's made from aluminum glass steel and reinforced concrete. The frame stands at an impressive 150 meters tall and a width of 95 meters.
It's placed in such a way that you stand on the observatory bridge and look towards the South. You'll be able to see the entire modern metropolis of Dubai, including all of the important landmarks.
If you turn around and look to the north, you'll see amazing views of Dubai Creek, Bur Dubai, Karama, Deira, Umm Hurair, and Old Dubai.
The Dubai Frame's two towers are linked by a 100 sq. meter bridge with a 25 sq. meter glass panel in the center. This glass walkway gives a magnificent 360-degree view of Dubai.
Fernando Donis, an architect, designed the Dubai Frame. A Sky Deck, Dubai Past Gallery, Social Media Wall, Souvenir Shop, and Dubai Future Gallery consist of the Dubai Frame.
7. Ain Dubai (The eye)
Ain Dubai is the primary attraction. On the island of bluewater, this was recently constructed.
Ain Dubai will be 250 meters tall. When it opens in October, the Ain Dubai will be the world's tallest observation wheel. This will dwarf the current tallest observation wheel of the high roller in Las Vegas.
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There are 48 enclosed cabins on the structure, some of which may hold up to 40 passengers.
A total of 1,750 passengers can ride at the same time. Each cabin, according to Ain Dubai, is the size of two double-decker buses.
There are three sorts of cabins: “observational” cabins for basic rides. “Social experiences” cabins for lounge access and a drink. “Private” cabins for dinner parties, business meetings, and other events.
Each 38-minute journey provides bird's-eye views of Dubai's coast and city skyline.
8. One Za’abeel
Dubai is home to some of the world's most amazing construction marvels. A mixed-use two-tower project with a horizontal connection containing one of the world's largest cantilevers is the newest addition to Dubai's skyline.
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Nikken Sekkei of a Japanese company designs it, and the Ithra Dubai building it. Construction is now underway. The completion of One Za'abeel Tower is set for 2021.
One Za'abeel's unique design features twin buildings that rise over a total built-up area of 470,700 sq m. Tower A, with a height of 300 meters, would contain offices and a hotel, making it the world's first vertical resort, While Tower B, with a height of 235 meters, will contain predominantly residential units.
One Za'abeel tower will be connected with an impressive panoramic sky cantilever. There'll be a variety of restaurants and bars, as well as an observation deck, gym, spa, pool, function hall, and rooftop terrace at the one Za'abeel.
9. The Meydan District One
What was conceptualized in 2007 as a simple housing project? It has now morphed into a metropolis in the Nad Al-Sheba area, apart from hosting the biggest horse racing festival as well as the Dubai world cup.
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The $8.17 billion projects began construction in October 2013.
Meydan Sobha is the developer of District One. The idea is the brainchild of UAE Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.
Once completed, it will be the 2330 ft (710.18 m) tallest residential tower in the world.
The site is 47 million sq. Ft. It will have 1,500 villas built over 1,030 acres. It’s expected to be one of the world's lowest density residential complexes.
“Water bodies will be developed, as well as seven kilometers of crystal lagoons and 14 km of man-made beaches.”
They're planning to build the largest CrystalLagoons in the world, with 90 acres of water surrounded by a 3 meter-wide boardwalk and an 8 meter-wide beach. Any portion of District One will have access to the lagoon.
10. Dubai creek harbour
Meydan city is no doubt impressive. It will certainly be dwarfed by the Dubai creek harbour. This project is located along Dubai Creek.
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Once finalized, it will be home to several service departments and some open parks and spaces.
The final height hasn't been revealed yet. Emaar Properties, the project's developer, officially said that a minimum height will be at least 828 meters.
It's the height of Dubai's tallest skyscraper, the Burj Khalifa. When completed, it will be the world's tallest supported tower. The Dubai Creek Tower will also be the world's tallest man-made skyscraper.
The architects are keeping the exact height a secret so that competitors like the Jeddah tower can't plan ahead.
The tower will be tall, up to three and a half times the height of the Empire State Building. The estimated cost of construction is $1 billion.
The project's engineering firm, Aurecon, claims that Dubai's new tallest tower will emit a “beacon of light” from its pinnacle at night.
An oval-shaped bud at the top will contain ten observation decks, including The Pinnacle Room, which will provide 360-degree views of the city.
The design of the Tower is inspired by the natural shape of a lily bud and takes the image of a minaret, which is a distinctive feature of Islamic culture. The middle column has a shape in the form of a thin stem.
Construction on the tower began in 2016. It was supposed to be finished by 2025 at the earliest. Now due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Emaar Properties has temporarily stopped construction until the government authorizes the work to continue once the pandemic is under control.
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