Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed, chairwoman of Dubai Culture and member of the Dubai Council, said Al Shindagha Museum plays a vital role in preserving tangible and intangible cultural heritage.
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, said museums serve as cultural beacons that embody the UAE's heritage. Images: Wam
Al Shindagha Museum is the largest heritage museum in the UAE, featuring 22 pavilions that include 80 historic houses showcasing the development of Dubai and the country.
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, directed that Al Shindagha, covering an area of 310,000 square metres, be transformed into an open-air museum that narrates the story of Dubai.
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, toured the different sections of the museum.
Located on the western bank of Dubai Creek, Al Shindagha is where Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, was born and spent a significant part of his childhood.
Al Maktoum Residence tells the story of the late Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed, former Ruler of Dubai, and his role in the development of the emirate.
Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed, chairwoman of Dubai Culture and member of the Dubai Council, said Al Shindagha Museum plays a vital role in preserving tangible and intangible cultural heritage.
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, said museums serve as cultural beacons that embody the UAE's heritage. Images: Wam
Al Shindagha Museum is the largest heritage museum in the UAE, featuring 22 pavilions that include 80 historic houses showcasing the development of Dubai and the country.
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, directed that Al Shindagha, covering an area of 310,000 square metres, be transformed into an open-air museum that narrates the story of Dubai.
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, toured the different sections of the museum.
Located on the western bank of Dubai Creek, Al Shindagha is where Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, was born and spent a significant part of his childhood.
Al Maktoum Residence tells the story of the late Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed, former Ruler of Dubai, and his role in the development of the emirate.
Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed, chairwoman of Dubai Culture and member of the Dubai Council, said Al Shindagha Museum plays a vital role in preserving tangible and intangible cultural heritage.
