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Dubai Wonder hardcover book

Assouline Dubai Wonder hardcover book shows an international port city and desert oasis, one of the most important metropolises in the Middle East - Dubai. From its humble beginnings in industries such as pearl diving, fishing and trading, Dubai has transcended its historical roots. As the most populous of the seven emirates unified by founder Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan in 1971, Dubai is one of the best, largest and most glorious treasures, Attracting stars of the architectural world such as Zaha Hadid, Foster + Partners and Santiago Calatrava. Dubai's skyline features the world's tallest tower - Burj Khalifa; the huge Dubai Mall; Burj Al Arab - a seven-star Burj Al Arab hotel - and Dubai International Airport - the ultimate in luxury.

Dubai Wonder takes readers on a journey through this storied city, exploring its cultural diversity and unique neighborhoods, including Deira district, home to Ker Dubai Bay, where Dubai's economy has relied for decades on pearl diving and fishing; Al Koz, the city's cultural centre; Dubai International Financial Center and Jumeirah, a residential area known for its famous resorts along the coastline.

Other stops on the tour include Dubai's booming art scene, Art Dubai Fair and Al Sarkar Boulevard, a warehouse cluster containing art galleries; it also takes readers into the highly anticipated Dubai Expo 2020, which Opening in October 2021, it has been hailed as the most magnificent World Expo in history. As a hub of innovation and firsts, Dubai represents a vision of the future where anything is possible, and this spectacular book is a fantastic addition to Assouline's travel series, with this vision demonstrated on every page.