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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 areas.

Dawoud Al Hajri, director-general of Dubai Municipality, emphasised the strategic

importance of the Old Municipal Street project as part of a broader initiative to

rejuvenate Deira and Bur Dubai’s historic areas, as well as various heritage sites and
markets across the emirate.

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.”

Revival of heritage markets

He 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. 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.”

Paved street closed to vehicles

He said 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

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