Emirate of Dubai, Administrative territorial entity in United Arab Emirates.
The Emirate of Dubai extends over 3,885 square kilometers of desert and coastal territory along the Persian Gulf in the United Arab Emirates.
The Dubai territory began as a small trading post in the 18th century and formally joined the Trucial States in 1853 under British protection.
The Dubai government maintains traditional Islamic principles while integrating international business practices and multicultural social structures.
Dubai operates under a dual legal system combining Islamic Sharia law with civil courts for commercial and financial matters.
The territory includes the remote enclave of Hatta, located in the Hajar Mountains near the border with Oman.
Location: United Arab Emirates
Capital city: Dubai
Elevation above the sea: 11 m
Shares border with: Emirate of Sharjah, Emirate of Abu Dhabi, Emirate of Ajman, Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah, Oman
Address: Dubai - United Arab Emirates Dubai
Website: http://dubai.ae
GPS coordinates: 25.26444,55.31167
Latest update: May 27, 2025 19:48
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