Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai
If you want to take in an exhibition while you are in the city, you will be sure to find an excellent one at the Dubai World Trade Centre on Sheik Zayed Road.
The centre was built in 1979, commissioned by H.H. Sheik Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum. The centre incorporated the 149 meter-high original tower which was built in 1978. The tower was the first high-rise building on the Road. It contains residential apartments and offices; it also houses various consulates: Italy, Spain, Switzerland, Japan, the USA and Turkey.
The vast centre comprises the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre, residential apartments and 8 exhibitions halls. Some very exciting events take place at the Centre, such as the Dubai International Horse Fair, the Dubai International Boat Show and if you are lucky enough to be here in October, you can take part in the International Exhibition of Sweets and Snacks, Middle East – a delight of confectioneries, patisseries, snacks and ice-cream.
The Centre is also a favorite venue for holding weddings and receptions. You have the choice of a small intimate ceremony or a large affair with up to 6500 guests. There are also six elegant ballrooms to choose from and a large choice of themes, from a simple “Oriental” affair to a “Royal” wedding with all the trimmings.
The centre was built in 1979, commissioned by H.H. Sheik Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum. The centre incorporated the 149 meter-high original tower which was built in 1978. The tower was the first high-rise building on the Road. It contains residential apartments and offices; it also houses various consulates: Italy, Spain, Switzerland, Japan, the USA and Turkey.
The vast centre comprises the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre, residential apartments and 8 exhibitions halls. Some very exciting events take place at the Centre, such as the Dubai International Horse Fair, the Dubai International Boat Show and if you are lucky enough to be here in October, you can take part in the International Exhibition of Sweets and Snacks, Middle East – a delight of confectioneries, patisseries, snacks and ice-cream.
The Centre is also a favorite venue for holding weddings and receptions. You have the choice of a small intimate ceremony or a large affair with up to 6500 guests. There are also six elegant ballrooms to choose from and a large choice of themes, from a simple “Oriental” affair to a “Royal” wedding with all the trimmings.
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Sight Name: Dubai World Trade Centre
Sight Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates (See walking tours in Dubai)
Sight Type: Museum/Gallery
Sight Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates (See walking tours in Dubai)
Sight Type: Museum/Gallery
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