These Things You'll Only Find in Dubai

Everything Must Be the Biggest and the Best

The philosophy behind Dubai is "enormous expenditure provides enormous results." Currently, Dubai is home to the tallest building in the world, as well as the largest indoor ski facility, shopping mall, amusement park, and aquarium (previously mentioned, but we're repeating just in case you missed it). In Dubai, bigger is better. 

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The More You Know

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