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Jumeirah Beach Road. With regular guided tours offered to visitors, the mosque has
played a central role in fostering cultural understanding.

8. The Flame Monument

Located in the middle of the flame roundabout in Deira, the eternally burning flame was a
source of wonder for most UAE residents. Lit by Sheikh Rashid in 1969 to mark the start of
oil production in the emirate, it was a monument that signified prosperity. Later, when
the roundabout was demolished, the monument was preserved and the flame continued
to burn brightly.

9. Al Maktoum Hospital

The first hospital to be built in the UAE in 1951, Al Maktoum Hospital was a beacon of hope
for both residents and expats. Although the hospital was shut down in 2009, it has played

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