Dubai was formally established in 1833 by Sheikh Maktoum bin Buti al Maktoum through earliest mention of Dubai is in 1095 AD, and the earliest settlement in the region dates from 1799. Now one of the most advanced cities of the Middle East the model of business that drives its economy is now based on tourism, real estate, and financial services, reducing it's a dependency on the oil.

Dubai Museum & Ancient Al Fahidi Fort
The central geographical situation of the Al Fahidi Fort housing the Dubai Museum in the hub of the city reflects its role as a center of great importance in preserving exhibits that bear witness to the rich cultural heritage of an ancient past. The fort also attracts many visitors by the unique distinction of being the most ancient architectural structure of magnitude extent in Dubai today. The Al Fahidi Fort was built in several stages. Although the construction of the fort itself was not commenced until 1799 its oldest tower dates back to 1787.

The fort protected the city from attacks of marauding tribes in the region. It also functioned in the various capacities of the government headquarters, the ruler's abode, an ammunition store, and even a prison. In 1970 the fort was modified for yet another purpose, a museum showcasing the splendour of Dubai's traditional ethos.

A visit to the museum provides a wealth of comprehensive information and the extensive display is an excellent and faithful chronicler of history, making the Al Fahid Fort and the Dubai Museum essential destinations for a traveller to Dubai

Tour of Traditional Safari Camps showcasing Art and Culture
Following in the footsteps of arts and heritage lovers, there is site in the vast desert with artifacts, paintings of ancient Arab Bedouin tribes. An exciting desert safari trip, which provides the seeker of historic places with a melange of options to explore the ancient Arabian forts and traditional Bedouin style campsite in the middle of the desert. The 'Bedouins' we see today are connected to the indigenous tribes traversing the desert dunes in the Middle East. Their legacy and heritage however, go much deeper as they are one of the most primitive tribes to occupy the sand dunes.

Bedouin camps were built traditionally using natural wood and stone, nestled inside the privacy of a Royal desert retreat. you can see chefs prepare traditional Emirati and Arabic dishes using old methods and authentic recipes. Local performers provide cultural entertainment from Dubai like the Yola dance. These elements form the basis of our heritage and culture of Dubai. Spot domestic animals like gazelles and Arabian oryx and learn about local flora like the miswak and fire bush and how these were used traditionally for the survival of the ancient desert nomads. You can get cheap safari deals from Dubai Adventures.