Dubai before oil — the old Deira that no one shows you

Gold and spice souqs, abras on the Creek, Sheikh Saeed's house. 1960s Dubai still exists — in 2 square kilometers.

1. Dubai before oil — the old Deira that no one shows you

   Gold and spice souqs, abras on the Creek, Sheikh Saeed's house. 1960s Dubai still exists — in 2 square kilometers.

2. 01.

   Deira and Bur Dubai are 1960s Dubai — pre-oil, still alive, 2 km² total.

3. 02.

   The Gold Souq has 4,500 shops; haggle 40-50% off the starting price without guilt.

4. 03.

   The abra (wooden boat) crosses the Creek for 1 dirham — the best transport in the city.

5. 04.

   Al Ustad Special Kebab (1978) is Dubai's best cheap dinner; expect a 30-min wait.

6. 05.

   Go early morning or after 4 PM — midday in Deira is an oven (45°C in summer).

7. Continue lendo

   Gold and spice souqs, abras on the Creek, Sheikh Saeed's house. 1960s Dubai still exists — in 2 square kilometers.