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In the summer of 2023, the iconic mall’s name was changed after the word
“The” was dropped from its name and named it “Dubai Mall”.
In September 2023, Dubai Mall officially unveiled its latest addition Chinatown
with week-long cultural events.
Dubai Mall’s major expansion was in 2019 when it was connected with the
Zabeel extension through a 200-metre-long bridge. Lulu hypermarket was
also opened in the Zabeel extension last year.
According to Emaar Malls, more than 80 per cent of its retail revenues are
generated by the iconic Dubai Mall, which houses more than 1,200 outlets.
The mall boasts a very high footfall and occupancy level, reaching 99 per cent
in 2022. Emaar Malls’ properties recorded 137 million footfall in 2022, with
Dubai Mall usually recording over 100 million every year.

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