Home
News
- Bahrain Middle East World
  
  Bahrain
  
  United we stand
  
  Fri, 18 Jul 2025
  
  Bahrain
  
  Major step together for growth
  
  Fri, 18 Jul 2025
  
  Bahrain
  
  Defence ties pledged by Bahrain and US
  
  Fri, 18 Jul 2025
  
  Bahrain
  
  Agreement signed for new Boeing aircraft
  
  Fri, 18 Jul 2025
  
  Bahrain
  
  Saar crash accused gets three more years in jail for drug possession
  
  Fri, 18 Jul 2025
BUSINESS
- Bahrain Middle East World
  
  Bahrain Business
  
  Beyon announces Khaleej North submarine cable extension project
  
  Thu, 17 Jul 2025
  
  Bahrain Business
  
  Padel Plus Academy announces exclusive partnership with AI Ball
  
  Thu, 17 Jul 2025
  
  Bahrain Business
  
  RERA and Informa Markets sign deal to continue holding Cityscape
  
  Thu, 17 Jul 2025
  
  Bahrain Business
  
  Beyon announces "Khaleej North" submarine cable extension project
  
  Wed, 16 Jul 2025
  
  Bahrain Business
  
  Alba appoints new chief legal and governance officer
  
  Wed, 16 Jul 2025
SPORTS
- Football Cricket F1 Rugby Tennis Cycling Athletics Horse Racing
  
  Football
  
  Oman claim tough win over Bahrain
  
  Fri, 18 Jul 2025
  
  Football
  
  Saudi Arabia to meet Iraq in World Cup qualifiers
  
  Fri, 18 Jul 2025
  
  Football
  
  U23 footballers face Oman in opener
  
  Thu, 17 Jul 2025
  
  Football
  
  New BFA board holds first meeting
  
  Thu, 17 Jul 2025
  
  Football
  
  Croatian team beat Bahrain in friendly
  
  Thu, 17 Jul 2025
ENTERTAINMENT
- Hollywood Bollywood TV Celebs Reviews Leisure Scene Cinema
  
  Hollywood
  
  In a galaxy far away
  
  Thu, 17 Jul 2025
  
  Hollywood
  
  Smart Smurfs on a mission
  
  Thu, 17 Jul 2025
  
  Hollywood
  
  'Severance,' 'The Penguin' lead nominations for TV's Emmy awards
  
  Wed, 16 Jul 2025
  
  Hollywood
  
  A new Superman bounds onto the big screen
  
  Thu, 10 Jul 2025
  
  Hollywood
  
  English version of animated Chinese hit 'Ne Zha 2' heading to theatres
  
  Thu, 10 Jul 2025

TECH TALK
HEALTH
MOTORING
OMG!
OPINION
- Letters
- Comment
ADVERTORIAL
ePAPER
CLASSIFIEDS
Videos

A Dubai holiday is not complete without these five major attractions!

UAE

GDN Online DeskWed, 04 May 2016Wed, 04 May 2016

Dubai has emerged as a favourite family holiday destination for people living in the Middle East and Africa region and also for people abroad.

Iconic skylines of high-rises, world-class beach resorts in the United Arab Emirates promise a never-before experience to tourists.

Iconic tourist attractions such as Dubai's towering Burj Khalifa, Atlantis Park, and Abu Dhabi's modern Sheikh Zayeed Mosque, have branded UAE as a luxury holiday destination where people take a break from their usual routine and enjoy their days in leisure.

Anyone planning to visit Dubai must explore these top five holiday attractions.

Click next to explore top rated hotspots in Dubai

Burj Khalifa

Burj Khalifa is one of the UAE’s most famous buildings and the soaring sky-high landmark of Dubai.

Not only is it the world’s tallest building, but it also lays the claim to the titles of tallest freestanding structure in the world, highest observation deck in the world and elevator with the longest travel distance in the world.

A trip up to the observation deck with its panoramic views overlooking Dubai is a sightseeing highlight to not miss!

The Palm Islands

These are manmade islands they are so large that one can view from their home with naked eyes.

The islands are known as Palm Jebel Ali and Palm Jumeirah.

These beautiful islands are crafted in the shape of palm trees.

These islands are just striking and too good so do not miss visiting these.

Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

The Shaikh Zayed Grand Mosque is a mammoth modern mosque of incredible beauty.

Harnessing contemporary design and ancient craftsmanship skills, the mosque is a harmonious blend of modern and old.

It doesn't fail to dazzle all who enter with its lavish use of gold, mosaic work and glass work, marble in gigantic proportions and blindingly white stone contrasting dramatically under the Emirati blue sky.

Dubai Creek Dhow Ride

The Burj Khalifa may give you that famous skyline view from up high, but the most iconic Dubai views are still taken from the water.

Dubai Creek slices through the city and the best way to experience Dubai is from one of the beautiful dhows (traditional Arabic boats) that ply the creek.

Sunset cruises are particularly beautiful as you watch the lights of the high-rises begin to twinkle in the dusk.

Miracle Garden

On Valentine’s Day 2013, the Dubai Miracle Garden, opened in Dubailand.

The 72,000-square meter flower garden is currently recognized as the world’s largest flower garden.

Be sure to see the gardens at the appropriate time however; during Dubai’s summer months from late May to September -when the climate can get extremely hot with an average high of about 40 °C (104 °F)- the garden remains closed.

Regular admission fee is AED30 per person.

Entry is free for people with disabilities and children three and under.

It is one of a kind in the region and in the world for such a unique display and extravagant outdoor recreational destination.

The garden provides state of the art services and facilities including open parking, VIP parking, sitting areas, prayer room, toilet blocks, ablution facility, security room, first aid room, carts for people with special needs, retails and commercial kiosk.

BUSINESS

SPORTS

OPINION