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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 of

35 sites and buildings dating from the 1960s to the 1990s. These structures reflect Dubai's
more recent architectural history and narrate the story of the historical, cultural, social, and
economic transformations that Dubai has experienced. This phase highlights the profound
impact of the late Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum's vision, which has significantly
shaped the city's rapid development and modernisation during that period.

The 35 sites and buildings covered by the second phase of the project include: Clock

Tower, Rashid Tower, Dubai Petroleum Building, Terminal 1 at Dubai International Airport,
Dubai Municipality Main Building, Dubai Television Building, Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed
Palace - Za'abeel, Hospitality Palace, Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Palace - Hatta, Sheikh
Rashid bin Saeed School - Hatta, Za'abeel Secondary School, Al Ras Library, Dubai Land
Department Building, Fish Roundabout, Dubai Courts Building, Diwan Building, Naif Police
Station, the Flame Monument, Emirates Post Building - Al Karama, the water tank at Al
Khazzan Park, Safa Park Building, Al Nasr Leisureland, Jumeirah Zoo, Emirates Golf Club,

Dubai Creek Golf Club, Jumeirah Mosque, Rashidiya Grand Mosque, Al Fahidi Mosque,
Health Authority Mosque, Omar Bin Haider Mosque, Al Maktoum Hospital, Dubai Hospital,
Baraha Hospital, Rashid Hospital, and Latifa Hospital (Al Wasl).

In the first phase of the project, Dubai Municipality focused on preserving buildings from

Dubai’s earlier historical periods. This phase aimed to "document and protect" these
structures, ensuring their preservation for future generations. Buildings, sites and areas
covered by this phase included the Al Shindagha Heritage District, the Naif area, and Al
Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood, among others.