Updated: March 20, 2024

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ABOUT THE AL FAHIDI HISTORICAL DISTRICT
The Al Fahidi Historical area is located in Bur Dubai. There are no official Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood timings for tourists to contend with; however, while the neighbourhood can be visited at any time of the day, visitors are expected to take into account the official opening hours of the museums and landmarks they plan to visit.

HOW TO GO TO AL FAHIDI HISTORICAL NEIGHBOURHOOD?
Those interested in visiting the historical area can reach it via the Al Fahidi bus station or through the Al Fahidi Metro Station nearby. Guests who prefer to drive are duly accommodated with parking areas.

HISTORY OF THE AREA
Commonly known an Al Bastakiya, the Al Fahidi historical neighbourhood is one of Dubai’s oldest heritage sites. The district holds memories of an era that pre-dates the federation of the emirates — before the union of the Emirati tribes in 1971 and a time when the pearl trade flourished in the region.

A former trading hub for pearl and textile merchants in the 1800s, the area retains some of its originality— with narrow passages winding between low buildings.

BASTAKIYA QUARTER
Walk through the narrow winding alleyways and you come across ochre-coloured buildings made of palm wood, coral, mud or gypsum. Look up and you will see the wind towers on top of the houses — the era’s answer to local air conditioning in which the towers are designed to funnel cool air through the buildings. For the best experience, take an Al Bastakiya tour on an abra along the Creek.

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Dubai Gold Souk
Dubai Gold Souk or Gold Souk, is a traditional market in Dubai, UAE. The souk is located in Dubai’s commercial business district in Deira, in the locality of Al Dhagaya. The souk consists of over 380 retailers, most of whom are jewelry traders.

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