Culture

Keen to find out what Dubai was like before the rows of towering skyscrapers? Dubai Museum is a cert for everyone’s itinerary. Lodged within a 16th century fort in Bur Dubai, there’s no better way to start your cultural education. A trip to the museum is like entering a time-machine as you pass recreations of ancient Deira and the old Dubai Creek and gain an insight into the ancient methods of pearl diving, one of the region’s earliest industries. So, we suggest you head to the museum in the morning to get an education about pearls then pop to one of Dubai’s famous jewellery stores in the afternoon to gather your own collection – what better excuse is there for a spot of shopping!?

INFO: Visit www.dubaitourism.ae