Updated: March 13, 2024

Deira Clock Tower is a prominent roundabout monument near Al Rigga that provides access to Al Maktoum Bridge connecting Deira and Bur Dubai . Designed by Architect Ziki Homsi, a partner at Architecture Design Construction and was completed in 1965. The Telegraph newspaper listed Dubai Clock Tower among the 17 most beautiful clock towers around the world.

Abra comes from the Arabic verb “Abara” which means to cross. Take a ride on the Dubai Abra, the city’s most traditional mode of transport. For centuries, it has remained one of Dubai’s most frequented modes of transport along the Dubai Creek, making it the symbol of the city’s history and heritage. Hop on for a glimpse of the soulful side of the city. Dubai Creek is a spectacular 14 kilometer stretch which divides Deira and Bur Dubai. Fare for a single ride crossing Diera to Bur Dubai is only 1 Dirham.