Activities in Dubai
Downtown Dubai is a huge residential and commercial development in the north of Dubai covering an area of two square kilometres, part of which is still in construction. It is home to some of Dubai’s best known landmarks including Burj Khalifa, the Dubai Mall, the Dubai Fountain and Dubai Opera.
Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building, contains a hotel, office space and 900 apartments. Surrounding areas have low-rise villas and town houses as well as residential towers. The metro connects with Downtown and the Dubai Mall whose 1,200 retail outlets, aquarium and ice rink draw shoppers and leisure seekers from all over the country.
Jumeirah Beach Residences
Situated between Dubai Marina and the sea JBR is claimed to be the biggest residential quarter in the world, with 35 towers able to house 15,000 people. As well as apartments the complex incorporates four hotels, shops restaurants and some commercial space.
The complex covers an area of two million square metres and runs the entire 1.7km length of The Walk, Dubai’s most popular beachside boulevard with its restaurants, cafes and smart shops. At podium level the apartments have their own walkways, gardens, shared pools, shops and convenience stores.
JBR’s towers, each up to 46 storeys high, are arranged in six distinct clusters: Shams, Amwaj, Rimal, Bahar, Sadaf and Murjan. Together the towers house 6,917 apartments ranging from 900sq ft (84m2) studios to 5,500sq ft (510m2) penthouses.
Creek Island:
- The Island District is a waterfront development that mixes upscale residences with enticing leisure and recreational amenities to create a world-class waterfront community. ’
- ‘ The district’s green central park, stunning marina, yacht club, and five-star hotels will all be popular destinations for residents to enjoy the district’s breathtaking views and memorable experiences. ’
