Dubai has two clusters of high rises. Feels like two downtown areas. Whatever you call them, there are two distinct high-rise sections of Dubai. In between, just low-level buildings, with the exception of the Burj Al Arab along the coast. But even that looks short compared to the skyscrapers.
In these two videos (above and below), you get a view of the high rise area where the Burj Khalifa is. The Dubai Mall is right next to the Burj Khalifa.
What you will also see in these videos are lower beige-colored buildings. These are just normal, one to two story buildings. Mostly villas/houses, and businesses; businesses and residences are well mixed in the cities.
(Note: what might seem like sloppy videography, is turbulance at work ... not operator error!)
As we went inland, we also experienced a good view of highways and, well simply, massive amounts of open land.
The other, more western/southwestern high rise section of Dubai ... This is the area you drive through first, coming up the E11 from Abu Dhabi. The Burj Khalifa and two biggest
malls (Dubai Mall and Mall of the Emirates) are further along that drive.
Next up, the Burj Al Arab.
What great photos! I've only just found your blog and I'm enjoying reading about your adventures. Have you tried the Fairmont Friday brunch? Amazing :) We lived in Abu Dhabi for three years so I must admit you're making me a bit homesick for the sandpit! Have fun
ReplyDeleteHello, and thanks for posting a comment. Very glad that you are enjoying the blog; I am having a great time sharing about living in Abu Dhabi and the UAE. I have not yet tried the Fairmont Friday brunch; will definitely check it out -- thanks for that recommendation. The "sandpit" does grow on you!
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