15 times Dubai made the Number 1 record

Dubai - What can we say? We live in the best city in the world

While many of us may not notice it, we actually pass by a ton of world records within Dubai every single day. The city has made lots of leaps and bounds to be the place where everything is number one. This in turn makes seeing Dubai an exciting prospect.
Nowadays, Dubai has developed into a thriving metropolis of towering skyscrapers, pioneering businesses and grandiose hotels. Once a humble fishing village, the UAE's most populous emirate is known across the globe for its thriving economy and glamorous lifestyle.
But did you know that Dubai is also famous for its mesmerising landmarks, many of which have broken world records. Dizzying heights, gut-wrenching speeds and immense magnitudes are all included in Dubai's list of world records - just see for yourself in this photo from destination2.co.uk

There's the tallest building in the world - the magnificent Burj Khalifa - towering 828 metres over the streets below. Looking for somewhere to stay in Dubai? The first seven-star hotel in the world, the Burj Al Arab, is an experience reserved only for those who enjoy living in the absolute lap of luxury.
To satisfy those sugar cravings, take a visit to the world's largest sweet shop in the Dubai Mall. Or get lost with a purpose in the largest vertical maze. Take a relaxing stroll through the world's largest natural flower garden, or feed the adrenaline-junkie within at the largest indoor theme park on the planet. the choice is yours.
 

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