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The Dubai Fountain is the world’s largest choreographed fountain system. It is set on the 30-acre manmade Burj Khalifa Lake, at the center of the Downtown Dubai development in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It was designed by WET Design, the California-based company responsible for the fountains at the Bellagio Hotel Lake in Las Vegas. Illuminated by 6,600 lights and 25 colored projectors, it is 275 m (902 ft) long and shoots water up to Read more...
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The Beach House is in Dubai- United Arab Emirates. When the weather is good in Dubai, there’s nothing better than sitting by the sea. The outdoor terrace at The Beach House on the Palm is ideal for doing just that. Combine the view with either lunch or dinner, and you have the perfect venue for relaxing. The menu is Mediterranean Read more...
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A pristine white pearl located on one of the most iconic locations in Dubai, Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah offers its own unique blend of elegant luxury, unforgettable experiences and unparalleled service. A range of world-class facilities include two temperature controlled swimming pools, a private stretch of pristine white beach with an abundance of water sports activities for the whole Read more...
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Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, is a wetland reserve renowned for attracting migratory birds in large numbers. The wetlands have large numbers of birds, crustaceans, small mammals and fish. Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary represents an enclave of relative wilderness amidst swirling traffic and sprawling urban infrastructure. Located just as the name in Arabic suggests – at the Cape of the Creek, it is among the few urban Read more...
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The Burj Khalifa, known as the Burj Dubai prior to its inauguration in 2010, is a skyscraper in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. With a total height of 829.8 m (2,722 ft) and a roof height (excluding antenna) of 828 m (2,717 ft), the Burj Khalifa has been the tallest structure and building in the world since its topping outin late 2008. Construction of the Burj Khalifa began in 2004, with the exterior completed five years later Read more...
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Souq Waqif is a souq in Doha, in the state of Qatar. The souq is noted for selling traditional garments, spices, handicrafts, and souvenirs. It is also home to dozens of restaurants and Shisha lounges. Although it dates back at least a hundred years, it was renovated in 2006 to conserve its traditional Qatari architectural style. It is often perceived to be the only lasting Read more...
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Al Sultan Beach Resort, a beautiful and exciting resort of 184 rooms including suites, featuring a unique modern and open design providing guests with uninterrupted views of the Arabian Gulf. It is located directly on the beach of Al Khor, in close proximity to Al Khor Marine. The guest rooms are beautifully designed and laid out in a C-shape around the Read more...
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The Pearl Monument in Doha, the capital city of Qatar. It is a beautiful oyster fountain with a gigantic pearl inside. Commemorates the past of Qatari tribes who used to fish for pearls for a living. In the background the Museum of Islamic Art. Read more...
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Khalifa International Stadium, also known as National Stadium, is a multi-purpose stadium in Doha, Qatar as part of the Doha Sports City complex, which also includes Aspire Academy, Hamad Aquatic Centre, and the Aspire Tower. It is named after Khalifa bin Hamad Al Thani, Qatar’s former Emir. The final of 2011 AFC Asian Cup was held at this stadium. The stadium is also the first completed venue that will host a part of the 2022 Read more...
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Losail International Circuit is a motor racing circuit located just outside in the town of Lusail, north of Doha, Qatar. Built in just under a year by 1,000 workers at the cost of $US 58 million, the track opened in 2004 to the inaugural Marlboro Grand Prix of Qatar, won by Sete Gibernau. In addition the circuit hosted the 2006 Grand Prix Masters of Qatar won by Nigel Mansell. The track is Read more...
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Boulevard Hotel Baku, Autograph Collectionis located in the heart of Baku, this luxury hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Azure Shopping Center, Haydar Aliyev Cultural Center, and Government House. 28 Mall and Metro Park are also within 3 mi (5 km). Along with a full-service spa, this smoke-free hotel has a restaurant and an indoor pool. Free WiFi Read more...
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Over a thousand mud volcanoes are known to exist in the world, and some 400 of those are in the coastal area of Azerbaijan. While mud volcanoes (also known as “sedimentary volcanoes”) never grow to the size of a normal volcano, topping out at around 10 km in diameter and 700 meters in height, (among the largest mud volcanoes in Read more...
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