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Dubai Municipality transforms Old Municipal Street into

vibrant pedestrian tourist corridor

Emirates News Age… . 16hr ago
DUBAI, 19th February, 2024 (WAM) -- 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 revitalised 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 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 "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 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, while also fostering commercial activity to encourage investors to expand
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