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Al Hajri said, “We are working towards making Dubai more attractive and

aesthetic by providing attractive and integrated facilities, while preserving
the Emirate's historical architectural identity. This is to cement the status of
Dubai as a premier global tourist destination that seamlessly merges
contemporary allure with ancient cultural landmarks.”

Comprehensive overhaul

Under the project, the municipality carried out a comprehensive overhaul,
including developing street paving, installation of a new gate, lighting

enhancements and the integration of heritage elements such as the iconic Al
Mandus.

To ensure comfort and authenticity, the street is now adorned with traditional
seating areas and heritage-inspired umbrellas, offering tourists a glimpse into
the historical essence of one of Dubai's oldest places.

Al Hajri added, “Our main objective to revitalise the historic municipal street is

to breathe new life into the traditional markets and landmarks of Dubai, while
also enhancing the tourist experience through innovative approaches.”

The municipality carried out complete paving of the street, which was
completely closed to vehicular traffic for smooth operations.

This initiative was aimed at enriching the experience of tourists and visitors

by making the area more identifiable.

It’s also purposed at fostering commercial activity to encourage investors to
expand their businesses in line with the street’s new identity. “This involves
enriching the area's visual appeal with heritage-inspired elements that
capture its unique identity, integrating recreational amenities and creating

pedestrian-friendly spaces. Additionally, we aim to activate and stimulate the
adjacent markets to boost tourism attraction to the region,” he added.

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