If you think the city is all about posh hotels, boozy brunches and steel structures, we’d like to point out…you’re wrong! There’s a side to Dubai that reflects its culture and customs and here are some pictures that beautifully capture the Emirati way of life.
1. Abra rides across the Creek
2. The main mode of transportation back then…
3. The national bird in all its glory
4. Emirati breakfast at Mama Tani
5. Wind towers were used to create natural ventilation
6. Colours, textures and aromas at the Spice Souk
7. Picture perfect – Heritage Village
8. A camel race
9. Traditional fabrics for sale at Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood
10. History lesson – Dubai Museum
11. Getting ready for Iftar…
12. The narrow streets of Bastakiya (now known as Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood)
13. A tent at the desert safari
14. Wildlife – oryx in the desert
15. Desert sand used creatively
16. Architecture in Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood
17. Emirati elements – a palm tree and a dallah (Arabic coffee pot)
18. What Emirati women wear…
19. The courtyards…
20. Majlis-style seating to host gatherings
21. Arabic tents look like this…
22. A whole new world…Al Quoz and its art culture
23. Hospitality in the desert
24. The Arab equivalent of a tattoo – henna
25. Bonding over a meal in the desert
