Culture
Dubai’s culture is firmly rooted in the Islamic traditions of Arabia. Islam is more than just a religion; it is a way of life that governs even mundane everyday events, from what to wear...
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Language
Arabic is the official language of the UAE, although English, Hindi, Malayalam and Urdu are commonly spoken. Arabic is the official business language, but English is so widely used... read more
Race Relations
Dubai is a multi-cultural society with many different nationalities living side by side. Even though most of the time this is a harmonious arrangement, there are times when where you come...
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Religion
Islam is the official religion of the UAE, and is widely practised. The Islamic holy day is Friday. The basis of Islam is the belief that there is only one God and that Prophet Muhammed...
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National Dress
On the whole, Emiratis wear traditional dress in public. For men this is the dishdasha or khandura: a white full length shirt dress, which is worn with a white or red checked headdress,...
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Food & Drink
You can eat your way around the world in Dubai – it is home to every cuisine imaginable, from European and American to Indian and Asian. Not only can you feast on exotic cuisines in the...
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