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integral aspect of its identity that connects the community to its history and its roots. By
protecting its heritage architecture, Dubai seeks to promote a deeper understanding
among citizens, residents and visitors of what has shaped the emirate into the thriving
global metropolis it is today, His Highness said.

Sheikh Hamdan further said that the preservation of heritage areas in Dubai is an
ongoing endeavour aimed at preserving the cultural authenticity of areas across the
emirate. The project aims to foster cultural continuity, highlighting the enduring
relationship between the people and their environment. It also showcases Dubai's
historical interactions with the rest of the world as well as the influences that have
shaped the emirate and the impact it has exerted globally.

The second phase of the project features the restoration of 35 heritage sites and
buildings, including Dubai’s old neighborhoods and buildings, which His Highness
described as an “open museum of human heritage.” "We have a responsibility to
celebrate our history and protect our architectural treasures for future generations. The
heritage areas covered by the project hold the memory of decades of progress and
symbolise the dawn of Dubai's renaissance. Located in the heart of modern Dubai,
these sites bridge the past with the city's future aspirations. Dubai invites the world to
witness its past, present, and the future, all together in one place,” His Highness added.

Sheikh Hamdan issued directives to enhance the appeal of both historical areas and
modern architectural landmarks to attract more visitors. These efforts reflect a strong
commitment to strengthening national identity as well as raising Dubai's stature on the
economic, cultural and tourism map.

The second phase of the project is set to restore an additional 35 heritage sites and
buildings, bringing the total number of sites covered by both phases to 807. The initial
phase covered 17 archaeological sites, 14 historical areas, and 741 buildings.
Preserving historical landmarks

Dawoud Al Hajri, Director General of Dubai Municipality, said that the Municipality is
committed to preserving historical landmarks and heritage sites in Dubai. He noted that
the sites and buildings included in the second phase of the project represent a
significant era in Dubai's history. The preservation efforts not only honour the historical
significance of these sites but also aim to share this rich heritage with future
generations.

He further mentioned that the second phase of the project encompasses the restoration

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