Dubai is a luxurious city on the Persian Gulf. Even 50 years ago it was an unremarkable settlement in the desert, which is now hard to believe. And now every day several flights depart from Moscow and other cities of the CIS to Dubai. Reviews of tourists who bought a tour to Dubai in January report that the travel time is only 5 hours.
What do the weathermen say?
Dubai is one of the hottest cities in the world. In summer, the thermometer rises to +45 degrees. For this reason, some tourists prefer to visit Dubai in January. The winter here is mild, and in the daytime the air temperature averages +26 degrees, which does not exclude swimming in the sea, especially since the water is rarely colder than +20. But in the evening it is better to have a sweater or windbreaker with you. Some tourists in the reviews write that the weather in Dubai in January will delight residents of the middle latitudes frozen over a long winter.
The most interesting museum
The oldest building in Dubai- Fort Al-Fahidi, its foundation dates back to the end of the 18th century. The fortress is built of clay, limestone, coral and shell rock. Everyone who wants to see Dubai as it was in ancient times is worth a visit there. The Al-Fahidi Museum houses an excellent collection of weapons and musical instruments.
Architecture landmarks
Dubai has the tallest building on the planet - the Burj Khalifa skyscraper. During the tourist season, tickets to the observation deck must be booked several weeks in advance. However, Dubai in January is not particularly crowded with tourists, and tickets can be bought on the first floor of the tower right before the tour. Reading the reviews of tourists, it is easy to come to the conclusion that Dubai is worth coming to at least to admire this fantastic panorama.
The world's largest artificial archipelago is located in Dubai and is called the Palm Jumeirah. This is a telling name, since the islands are arranged in the shape of a palm tree. One of the islands is occupied by an amazingly beautiful hotel built in Arabic style - Atlantis the Palm.
At the foot of the Burj Khalifa is the famous Dubai Fountain. This is the tallest fountain in the world, a truly grandiose sight! Musical and light accompaniment makes it fantastic.
The Jumeirah Mosque, built in a medieval style, is one of the few in the world where people of non-Islamic faith are allowed. In their reviews, tourists warn that the entrance to it is allowed only with a guided tour. In the evening, the mosque looks especially mysterious thanks to the illumination.
Resting places
In Dubai is the largest flower garden in the world - Dubai Miracle Garden. This is a real oasis in the middle of the desert. The many flowers here make up stunning compositions in the form of a windmill, clock face, pyramids and even castles. There is also a butterfly garden in this park. Exotic exhibits fly among visitors, you can even touch them.
For those who decide to swim in the sea, tourist reviews advise: in Dubai there is Jumeirah Open Beach (an open beach, or, as it is also called, Russian), chosen by our compatriots. From here you can see all the main Dubai attractions: Burj Khalifa, the Parus Hotel and Palm Island. Entrance is free, you only need to pay for renting a sunbed and umbrella.
Entertainment
Dubai in January is worth a visit for diving enthusiasts. This time is considered ideal for scuba diving. The Arabian Sea is calm in winter, and there are much fewer swimmers than in the spring and autumn months. In addition, it is in January that the peak of activity of marine life is observed. Tourist reviews recommend the Dubai Mall Oceanarium to beginner divers.
Tour in Dubai in January will allow exotic lovers to take a jeep safari into the desert - a popular excursion. It's just incrediblepainting! The dunes are 10–20 meters high, and there is only a sea of sand around. However, a desert is a desert, and even in March-April, you can feel like you are on a hot frying pan there, but the temperature in Dubai in January is acceptable even for such a trip.
It's hard to believe, but you can ski in Dubai. Those who miss winter sports can read in the reviews of tourists that the Ski Dubai ski resort operates here. It is located in the Mall of the Emirates. Slopes of different difficulty levels, covered with artificial snow, are equipped for both skiers and snowboarders. Sports equipment and warm clothes can be rented here.
Such sunsets as over the Persian Gulf, still look for! When the bright red sun plunges into the ocean, a crowd of tourists with cameras line up on the shore. But how beautiful it is to observe this phenomenon while in the water! Fortunately, nothing is impossible, and in Dubai sailing cruises depart from Dubai Marina (yacht marina). By the way, according to tourists, it is also worth seeing the panorama of Dubai from the sea. This is an unforgettable picture, especially in the evening when the city is full of lights.
Shopping
Dubai is one of the world's recognized shopping capitals. Especially during the period of grand sales, when discounts on some products are up to 80%. The Dubai Shopping Festival Winter Sale starts after the New Year and continues until February. Because Dubai in January is the best timefor successful shopping.
What is the East without the famous bazaars! Gold souk - the gold market - will amaze anyone with its variety of jewelry. There are rings, bracelets, earrings in oriental style for every taste.
And, of course, how not to bring real saffron with you! For spices, you should go to Spicy souk - the spice market. You can also buy real Arabic coffee, oriental sweets and a coffee pot in the form of Aladdin's lamp or a beautiful handmade carpet.
Ethnic cuisine
Local cooking has become a mixture of Lebanese and Syrian cooking traditions. Everywhere are chic restaurants with a colorful atmosphere that specialize in Middle Eastern cuisine. Wonderful dishes, such as excellent grilled lamb and other meat dishes, are waiting for their guests. And where without small oriental coffee houses! Here you can try a delicious aromatic drink with cardamom and sweets, as well as get acquainted with the traditions of Arabic coffee brewing.
Why is it better to visit Dubai in January?
When the New Year comes and the time of the Christmas holidays comes, there is a desire to leave the familiar, at best snowy, or even just dank places and bask in the sun. After studying the reviews of tourists, it becomes clear why they choose to vacation in Dubai in January:
- passing through the oriental bazaars, you can plunge into the magical fairy tale of 1001 nights;
- soak up the rays of the gentle sun;
- climb the tallest skyscraper in the world;
- visit the largest artificial archipelago Palm Jumeirah;
- see the fountain show with your own eyes;
- get a chocolate tan in the middle of winter without a tanning bed;
- take a January scuba dive;
- visit an oasis in the desert - Dubai Miracle Garden;
- take a picture of a scarlet sunset over the Persian Gulf;
- taste aromatic Arabic coffee.
There are many reasons to visit Dubai in January, as tourists write in reviews. So, you can safely pack your bags!
