dubai mall

The Dubai Mall is one of the world’s largest shopping malls located in Dubai. Built at the foot and an integral component of the Burj Dubai, the 20-billion-dollar project is the world’s largest in total area with 1,200 shops.It is 4 times as many as the new London Westfield centre. Twice delayed, Dubai Mall opened on November 4, 2008, with about 600 retailers, marking the world’s largest-ever mall opening in retail history. However it is not the largest in gross leaseable space, and is surpassed in that category by several malls including the South China Mall, Golden Resources Mall, SM City North Edsa, and SM Mall of Asia.Sprawling over 12 million sq ft (equivalent in size to more than 50 soccer pitches), the Dubai Mall has a total internal floor area of 5.9 million square feet and leaseable space of 3.77 million square feet, about same as West Edmonton Mall.

Features of dubai mall...

1. Dubai Aquarium

 

 A key centerpiece is Dubai Aquarium, one of the of the largest tanks in the world at 51m x 20m x 11m and featuring the world’s largest viewing panel at 32.8m wide and 8.3m high. Over time, Dubai Aquarium will have more than 33,000 living animals, representing more than 85 species including over 400 sharks and rays combined. Dubai Aquarium’s 270-degree glass walkthrough tunnel makes for incredible close-encounter experiences.

 

2. Ice Rink

 

 

Glide into a magical winter wonderland at Dubai Ice Rink. With its larger than life Olympic-size proportions, whether you want to learn skating, perfect your technique, play ice hockey, socialise with friends or just have a great time, this spectacular venue is the coolest place to hang out any time of the year.
Prices:
* Skate hire and 2 hour session – AED 50

 

3. Kidzania

 

Imagine a city made for children and run by them. A place where they fly the aeroplanes, they drive the buses and they work in the restaurants. Imagine a world where children are free to live out their dreams – playing adult roles in a world created just for them, in meticulous detail.

 

4. Reel Cinemas

 

Redefine the cinematic experience with sensory overload at The Dubai Mall’s massive Reel Cinemas complex. The largest in Dubai with 22 screens, the ‘multiplex’ will feature the latest International blockbusters to local indie hits. Grab some friends, load up on popcorn and prepare to be entertained.

 

5. Sega Republic

 

Enter a nation addicted to adrenalin. The region’s first SEGA indoor theme park is a mind-altering, visually-stimulating, adrenalin-pumping attraction. SEGA Republic is where you create your own rules. Rebel against the senses and go into overdrive. Get addicted.

tallest building burj khalifa in Dubai...

828m (2,717 ft)including tip 829.8m(2,722ft)

construction started from January 2004 n completed on January 4th 2010.

Architect- Adrian Smith
Developer- Emaar properties
Structural engineer- Bill Baker

Cost of construction-USD 1.5 billion .163floors.public can enter only at the floor 124...

 

introduction for dubai...

Early Dubai history

3000 BC: When Dubai history could be said to have begun. Archaeological evidence points to the area having been settled from at least the Bronze Age.
5th - 7th centuries AD: Jumeirah was a trade route caravan station linking Oman with what is now Iraq. Livelihoods were based on fishing, boat-building and pearling.
16th century: European influence began with Portuguese interest in the area's trade routes.

18th – 20th century Dubai history

1793: The Bani Yas tribe assumed political power and settled in Abu Dhabi. Dubai later became a dependency. This period of Dubai history was beset with many tribal wars.
1820: Britain negotiated the first of many maritime truces with local rulers. This led to the area being dubbed the Trucial Coast.
1833: Maktoum Bin Butti of the Bani Yas tribe settled on the Shindagha Peninsula at the mouth of the Creek, declaring the town's independence from Abu Dhabi. His dynasty still rules Dubai today.
1870s: Dubai became the principal port on the Gulf coast, with pearling the mainstay of the city's prosperity.
1902: The welcome migration of Iranian traders and Arab settlers to Dubai following the introduction of heavy taxes on Iran's Lingeh port. Dubai's trade has never looked back.

Early 20th century Dubai History

Overseas and domestic trade flourished, and Dubai boasted the largest souks in Arabia.
1950s: Oil discovered in the Trucial States.
1960s: The Indian and Pakistani population of Dubai grows, breathing new life into the textile market and increasing trade from the Indian subcontinent.

Modern Dubai history

1966: A milestone in Dubai history. Oil is discovered in Dubai's Fateh Oil field.
1971: The United Arab Emirates was formed for mutual security and prosperity and joined the Arab League. Dubai International Airport opened.
1979: Jebel Ali port opened.  Dubai World Trade Centre opened – the city's first high-rise, paving the way for a string of other ambitious architectural projects.
1985: Emirates airline launched.  Jebel Ali Free Zone inaugurated, attracting considerable overseas investment.
1996: Dubai World Cup held for the first time.  Dubai Shopping Festival launched.
1999: Burj Al-Arab opened and hailed as the world's only seven-star hotel.
2002: Sheikh Mohammed launches Internet and Media cities and private ownership for foreigners laying the foundations for “New Dubai”.
2003:  Ambitious projects began, including the world's tallest tower, and 200 man-made islands.
2006: Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al-Maktoum becomes Ruler of Dubai and Vice President of the UAE.
2009: Emirates Terminal 3 and the Metro is launched to accommodate increasing air and road traffic.
2010: Burj Khalifa became the tallest man-made structure on earth.

                                                       Family tree of Al.Maktoum Family

Now you can explore Dubai before you travel there with Emirates. We have put together this Dubai guide to show you all its attractions and secrets. You will be able to experience the best in everything, from fine dining and nightlife to sightseeing and sport, through to world class boutiques and businesses.
With overflowing malls, world-class businesses and sophisticated haunts, it’s a truly international oasis that attracts entrepreneurs, adventurers and pleasure-seekers alike. Whether you travel to Dubai for business or on holiday, there is plenty to discover


National language of U.A.E - Arabic.
National bird of U.A.E - Falcon.
Currency-Dirham

Population (1 January 2013)
• Total	2,106,177
• Density	463.17/km2 (1,199.6/sq mi)
• Nationality	53% Indian 17% Emirati 13.3% Pakistani 7.5% Bangladeshi 2.5% Filipino 1.5% Sri Lankan 0.3% American 5.7% other countries