According to several accounts, Dubai was supposed to be in existence even before the establishment of the United Arab Emirates, for at least 150 years. But at that time, the landscape of this city was an uninhabitable desert, where only the Bedouin tribes could live. Only a river, an excuse for a creek, proved to be the only source of life. The camel was the only option for transportation desert safari in dubai.

It wasn't until the 19th century when Dubai came into picture as those who traveled along the route of trade that linked Mesopotamia and the Indus Valley, developed it into a hub of sorts. The signs of civilization were evident, beginning with the fishing village at the creek. This was when people from the Bani Yas tribe came to the area and the family of the leader, the Maktoums established their reign in this desert land and continue to govern Dubai to this day.

But, Dubai first made news around the globe as late as in the 60s when, even as the British colonizers were leaving the country, residents discovered oil. It is oil that has transformed Dubai an international hub for commerce and trade center if ever the term was used. In only four years, the city redesigned its image and went on to become the role of the various mushrooming cities, as well as the ones that exist, all over the world. Dubai's economy Dubai is reaching for the sky, and it is not solely oil that drives it. International admiration for the many man made wonders here has helped Dubai evolve as a hot tourist destination. In fact, the city has also experienced the population increase dramatically in the recent years, and is now estimated to be 1.5 million as per the latest figures. However, Dubai is more diverse in its demographic makeup than any other city in the world, and the initial Emirati residents make up only 25% of Dubai's inhabitants. It is also believed to be one of the main reasons for why ethnic wars haven't been able to erupt in the city as they have in the surrounding region of Middle East.

Presently, Dubai, as a tourist attraction, boasts some of the most impressive and monumental structures, that is attracting visitors from all over to witness the creation of man in its all its glory. And it seems that making extravagant, grandiose plans is a cult or obsession with the owners of this emirate. When Burj Arab wears the crown of being the tallest tower in the whole world, the man made islands, dubbed the 'Three Palms and the World', is a spectacular creation by itself.

Tourism is now contributing about 30% of Dubai's GDP. Dubai, and it looks like for a lot of tourists natural wonders have taken an out of the picture, especially when Dubai and its artificial magic is at stake.

Facts:

It is Dubai is the second largest Emirate in the region within the United Arab Emirates (UAE) with a land totaling almost 3885 square kilometers.
It is located at the edge of Dubai Creek.
The city of Dubai is in fact not a city, but an Emirate. However, generally speaking, Dubai as a word is used to denote only a small portion of this Emirate, which is known as Dubai city.
The Dubai Creek divides Dubai into two regions that are two regions: the Diera district (in the north) as well as that of Bur Dubai (to its south).
o Dubai is in close proximity to three continents: Asia, Europe, as along with Africa.
o Dubai is the capital of commerce in the United Arab Emirates.
o The population here is now at the 1.5 million mark in a two years.
o Almost 80% of the residents of Dubai is comprised of foreign immigrants.
It is said that Dubai is known as having the highest population in the whole of the UAE.
o the Al Maktoum dynasty has been ruling over Dubai right since 1833.
The emirate generates the majority of its revenue mainly from financial services, trade as well as real estate. It has become a hot property for housing.
o Only 6 percent of total income for Dubai's economy comes from generated from the famed riches of natural gas and petroleum.
o The Dirham is the principal currency in Dubai and throughout the United Arab Emirates.
o Dubai is among the only two emirates, the other being Abu Dhabi, to have the privilege of having veto power in the legislature of the country, when it comes to matters pertaining to vital aspects of the country.
The hub of the gold jewelry industry in the entire Middle East lies in Dubai.
o It is Burj Dubai is the tallest structure in the world as well as the tallest built man made structure ever.
The first ever UAE-made island has been constructed by the city of Dubai and is referred to by the name of Palm Island.
Based on recent data and figures, Dubai counts as the fastest growing city in the world.
o Even though the city is situated in a desert region however, it is now home to the most prestigious indoor skiing slopes, for which snow that weighs up to 6000 tons is used.
In Dubai the Dubai city's government has resisted imposing any type of income tax or personal tax on the citizens within the Dubai city.
O Dubai to be one of most lucrative per-capita incomes in the world
o Since it is an area of deserts that is, the city gets 13 cm of annual precipitation on an annual average.
O Dubai is one of the most multicultural societies in the world.
It is Dubai However, it is known to have a classification-based system in its social structure, and it is the migrant workers that are the bottom of the social structure.
The hub of transport for The transport hub of Emirates Airways is the Dubai International Airport that not only operates for the Emirates of Dubai by itself as well as the other Emirates in the UAE.
In terms of international traffic of passengers, the Dubai international airport is the 6th busiest international airport in the entire world.
Football and cricket are among the most closely-watched sport in Dubai.
o The Dubai international Film Festival is an event of great importance that is annual and that attracts some of the biggest stars from all over the world.
The party scene in the night is gaining popularity in the city. Dubai was named as a New York Times travel choice in 2008 for a good partying environment.
While infrastructure-wise and economically Dubai is highly progressive in its development, it is also a modern city. The government regulates strict censorship in order to safeguard the cultural as well as political character of the Emirate. Some of the most important things considered to be in violation are drugs, homosexuality and Darwin's theory of evolutionary change and many more.
o The official language of the emirate is Arabic, but the other popular languages spoken here include English (which happens to be an lingua franca), Urdu, Hindi, Malayalam, Persian, Bengali, Chinese, Tagalog and several others.
It is believed that Islam is the official religion of the United Arab Emirates as per the UAE's Provisional Constitution.
Other than Muslims, the other prominent religious communities in Dubai include the Hindus and the Christians, Sikhs, Buddhists, and several others.

Climate: Because Dubai is located in a desert zone and is a hot desert climate nearly all the time. There is constant sunshine in this region and the weather is typically idyllic, which draws visitors at any time of the year. Dubai gets a minimum annual rain, and the annual rainfall that the city receives in the average is about 13 centimeters. The summers are extremely hot in this area However, as a result malls and structures are necessarily air-conditioned to keep tourists and citizens comfortable. If you're planning to travel to this city and want to visit Dubai, it is recommended to visit during the pleasant and cold winter months. Also, stay away from Dubai during the hot and torturous summers unless you plan to enjoy your holiday relaxing in your hotel with air conditioning.