Things to do in Al Awir

Dubai Mall is the ultimate destination for retail and recreational enjoyment with so many attractions to choose from, you won't know where to begin. Browse through over 1,200 stores, delight your taste buds in any of the 200 restaurants and cafés, and visit the Gold Souk, the largest indoor souk in the world. Choose from attractions such as an Olympic-sized ice rink, a giant aquarium, and an indoor theme park, or kick back and watch a film in the 22-screen cinema. With over 500,000 square metres of entertainment across four floors, the options are seemingly endless.

The Burj Khalifa stands at a staggering height of 829.8 metres and took 6 years to complete. 22 million man-hours eventually went into the construction of the modern architectural marvel.

Cutting through the very heart of Dubai is the saltwater creek which divides this great city in half. Bur Dubai lies to the south-west and is the more traditional portion, with its stunning Middle-Eastern architecture echoing the simplicity of a time long past. Conversely, Deira Dubai, which lies to the north-east of the creek, oozes sophistication, with a glittering skyline that has become synonymous with the UAE's most dynamic city.

To experience a true taste of what makes the Arabian Peninsula so exotically tantalising, a visit to the Gold Souk is a must, whether you intend to purchase or just want to ogle. Hundreds of stores stand next to each other offering a remarkable variety of gold, platinum, diamonds, pearls, emeralds, rubies and more, all at exceptional prices. Window after window display everything from bracelets and necklaces to rings and brooches.

The Dubai Fountain was designed by the creators of the world-renowned water and light show at the Bellagio Casino Hotel in Las Vegas. The fountain is situated on the impressive Burj Khalifa Lake, a 12-hectare man-made attraction that sits in front of Dubai Mall.