1. Burj Khalifa: The tallest building in the world, standing at 828 meters. Visit the observation decks on the 124th or 148th floors for unmatched views of the skyline, desert and ocean
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2. The Dubai Mall: Not just a shopping destination, it also includes the Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo, an ice rink, KidZania, and countless dining options
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3. Palm Jumeirah: This iconic palm-shaped island features luxury hotels, private residences, beach clubs, and the famous Atlantis
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4. Dubai Marina: A modern waterfront area ideal for strolls along the Marina Walk, yacht cruises, and dining with a view. Also offers easy access to Jumeirah Beach Residence (JBR)
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5. Dubai Fountain: Located at the base of the Burj Khalifa, this choreographed fountain show set to music is free and runs every 30 minutes in the evening
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6. Dubai Miracle Garden: Open from November to April, it's the world's largest natural flower garden, with over 150 million flowers in artistic displays and floral sculptures
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7. Dubai Frame: A massive golden picture frame structure offering a unique perspective: one side showcases old Dubai, and the other presents the modern skyline
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8. Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood: Preserves the city's heritage with narrow lanes, wind towers, and museums like the Dubai Museum and the Coffee Museum
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9. Desert Safari: A thrilling excursion outside the city for dune bashing in 4x4s, camel rides, sandboarding, and evening entertainment with BBQ dinners at desert camps
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10. Global Village: A seasonal open-air theme park (Oct–April) combining cultures of over 90 countries through shopping, shows, and food