A city is often defined by its buildings. Just think of the likes of the Coliseum, the Statue of Liberty and the Leaning Tower of Pisa. An insight into a country's vast historicism can be provided by its many hidden treasures, or, as in the case of Dubai, its future.
Architecture can be the very thing that makes a city great, and here's a look at some impressive constructions, both ancient and modern, from Dubai. There are always some great deals on all inclusive hotels, so make sure you find time to see these great sites when you visit.
Until lately, Dubai has been a place where architects have got away with anything and everything. Nothing has been off-limits. No matter how ambitious or outlandish the idea, someone always provided the money, and some of the most interesting buildings in the world were erected. It was like an architectural cold war was taking place, with everyone racing to outdo each other.
The most defining example of Dubai's propensity for extravagant architecture is the Burj Al Arab Hotel. The building is designed as a steel exterior wrapped around a concrete tower. The most distinct feature of the hotel is that it's designed and shaped like the sail of a dhow, an Arab sailing ship; two wings create a V-shape, which form the mast. What makes it even more interesting, though, is that, during the day, a white fabric gives way to a light, milky light inside the hotel.
Other examples of conspicuous construction in Dubai include the Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest building, at 828 metres. Indeed, its cladding also provides a unique contrast to the more conventional architecture surrounding it. Worth catching at sunrise, the rays bounce off its reflective surface. Emirates Towers are a favourite building among Dubai's architecture enthusiasts. Most notable is the way the towers' 'relationship' appears to change, depending on which angle you choose to look at them.
Architecture can be the very thing that makes a city great, and here's a look at some impressive constructions, both ancient and modern, from Dubai. There are always some great deals on all inclusive hotels, so make sure you find time to see these great sites when you visit.
Until lately, Dubai has been a place where architects have got away with anything and everything. Nothing has been off-limits. No matter how ambitious or outlandish the idea, someone always provided the money, and some of the most interesting buildings in the world were erected. It was like an architectural cold war was taking place, with everyone racing to outdo each other.
The most defining example of Dubai's propensity for extravagant architecture is the Burj Al Arab Hotel. The building is designed as a steel exterior wrapped around a concrete tower. The most distinct feature of the hotel is that it's designed and shaped like the sail of a dhow, an Arab sailing ship; two wings create a V-shape, which form the mast. What makes it even more interesting, though, is that, during the day, a white fabric gives way to a light, milky light inside the hotel.
Other examples of conspicuous construction in Dubai include the Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest building, at 828 metres. Indeed, its cladding also provides a unique contrast to the more conventional architecture surrounding it. Worth catching at sunrise, the rays bounce off its reflective surface. Emirates Towers are a favourite building among Dubai's architecture enthusiasts. Most notable is the way the towers' 'relationship' appears to change, depending on which angle you choose to look at them.
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Steve Alexander is a travel journalist in London who loves writing about Dubai. Click here to find the latest deals on hotels in Dubai or find information on all inclusive hotels by going to Hotels4u.
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