The Palm Monorail is the latest attraction to open to the public on Nakheel’s Palm Jumeirah. It costs Dh1.4 billion to build and opens a few months prior to the opening of Dubai Metro in September. The railway is the first of its kind in the Middle East. Altantis Hotel is the only destination and a round trip takes only ten minutes. Passengers pay Dh25 per ticket to depart from Gateway Towers at the entrance to the island. From there, the monorail travels down the Palm’s trunk until it reaches the Aquaventure Park at Atlantis.
The train does not stop at the two stations in between – Trump Station and Village Station because both projects have been on hold since December and there are only abandoned construction sites at these stops. The stations will be renamed if the projects do not restart.
This was formerly a botanical garden, and a site for the first university in Geneva. The tree lined walkways and broad avenues inside the park make it popular for romantic evening walks. The park is buzzing with people almost all day. In one corner of the park is a set of life size chess boards, where aspiring chess players of all ages test their skills. The Reformation Wall on the east side along...
Located adjacent to the National Art Gallery, this small but charmingly designed museum is known for its temporary displays of impressive contemporary artwork by aspiring local artists. ...
Hoan Kiem Lake is the center of the city both literally and figuratively. The lake is the city's most popular strolling ground and large groups can be seen in the mornings walking or jogging along the lake or taking part in tai chi exercises. In the middle of the lake is Thap Rua, or Tortoise Tower a three-storey pagoda built in the 18th century. Turtles can be seen basking at the temple's base; w...
Another busy thoroughfare with shops and tourist attractions. ...