Al Fahidi Fort

Forts & citadels

Al Fahidi Fort

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Built in 1787, Al Fahidi Fort is Dubai's oldest building and a cornerstone of Emirati heritage. Today, it houses the Dubai Museum, where exhibits depict life before oil wealth transformed the city.

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Nov–Mar

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