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Dubai Municipality transforms Old

Municipal Street into vibrant pedestrian

tourist corridor

February 19, 2024 7

Converting Deira’s old municipal street into a pedestrian tourist corridor is aimed at offering a
novel experience to visitors while improving accessibility between the historic and commercial
areas.

Al Hajri: The first phase of the comprehensive plan for the development of the old area of

Deira and Bur Dubai has been successfully completed, preserving the important historical and
commercial area and enhancing its attractiveness.

Dubai Municipality has successfully completed the Old Municipal Street project in Deira,

marking a significant transformation from a traditional thoroughfare to a bustling commercial
pedestrian tourist pass. Stretching from the Ras area to the renowned Gold Market, this

revitalized street promises an immersive journey into the heart of Dubai’s rich heritage.

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.

H.E. Dawoud Al Hajri, Director General of Dubai Municipality, emphasized 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

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