Al Bastakiya, Historic Persian merchant district in Bur Dubai, United Arab Emirates
The Al Bastakiya district contains narrow lanes connecting restored buildings with traditional wind towers and wooden doors with bronze handles.
Persian merchants constructed Al Bastakiya during the 1890s, establishing 60 residential units as they relocated to Dubai for trade opportunities.
The Sheikh Muhammad Center for Cultural Understanding offers programs where visitors learn about Emirati traditions through food and clothing presentations.
The neighborhood opens daily without entrance fees, allowing exploration of art galleries, museums, and traditional architecture through self-guided walking tours.
Wind towers mounted on buildings functioned as natural cooling systems before modern air conditioning, directing air flow into residential spaces.
Location: Emirate of Dubai
Website: https://youtu.be/5fzALTzKwu4
Website: https://youtu.be/5fzALTzKwu4
GPS coordinates: 25.26389,55.30000
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:54
The United Arab Emirates presents modern architecture and cultural sites. This selection features skyscrapers, art museums, historical forts, artificial islands, and mosques. The locations are situated in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and other emirates.
Queen Elizabeth 2
1.9 km
Dubai Metro
1.2 km
Dubai Gold Souk
877 m
Dubai Museum
287 m
Floating Dubai Bridge
3.1 km
Zabeel Park
2.7 km
St. Mary's Catholic Church, Dubai
3.1 km
Saeed Al Maktoum House
1.1 km
Deira Clocktower
2.7 km
Grand Mosque
334 m
Al Seef
389 m
Al Maktoum Bridge
2.5 km
Iranian Mosque, Bur Dubai
566 m
National Bank of Dubai
1.5 km
Dubai Textile Souk
558 m
Al Fahidi Fort
288 m
Sheikh Mohammed Centre for Cultural Understanding
74 m
Al Shindagha Historic District
1.1 km
Dubai Coffee Museum
89 m
Sheikh Obaid bin Thani House
1.1 km
Dubai Old City
609 m
Al Shindagha Museum
1.1 km
Dubai Coins Museum
76 m
House of Sheikh Saeed Al Maktoum
1.1 km
Women's Museum
893 m
Infinity Bridge
1.4 km
Dubai Municipality Museum
497 m
Naif Museum
1.2 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes