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Dubai Creek (Arabic: خور دبي, romanized: Khūr Dubay) has been described as a natural saltwater creek, tidal inlet, and watercourse or waterway in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE). It extends about 9 miles (14 km) inwards and forms a natural port that has traditionally been used for trade and transport.[1] The creek ranges from 200 to 1,200 metres (660 to 3,940 ft) in width while the average depth is about 6.5 to 7 metres (21 to 23 ft). Previously, it extended to Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary but as part of the new Business Bay Canal and Dubai Canal, it extends a further 13 km (8.1 mi)[2] to the Persian Gulf.[3]
In the 1950s, extensive development of the creek began, including dredging and construction of breakwaters. A number of bridges allow movement of vehicles across the creek while abras are used as taxis. The banks and route alongside the creek houses notable government, business and residential areas. A number of tourist locations and hotels are situated along the creek.
The importance of the creek as a site of commercial activity was a justification to introduce improvements to allow larger vessels to transit, as well as to facilitate loading and unloading activities. This led, in 1955, to a plan to develop the creek, which involved dredging shallow areas, building of breakwaters, and developing its beach to become a quay suitable for loading and unloading of cargo.[7] The creek was first dredged in 1961 to permit 7-foot (2.1 m) draft vessels to cross through the creek at all times.[8] The creek was dredged again in the 1960s and 1970s so that it could offer anchorage for local and coastal shipping of up to about 500 tons.[9] The dredging opened up the creek to much more continuous traffic of merchandise, including the development of re-export, and gave Dubai an advantage over Sharjah, the other dominant trading centre in the region at the time.[9]
Al Maktoum Bridge, the first bridge connecting Bur Dubai and Deira was constructed in 1963. Although the importance of the creek as a port has diminished with the development of the Jebel Ali Port, smaller facilities, such as Port Saeed, continue to exist along the creek, providing porting to traders from the region and the subcontinent.
In September 2007, a Dhs. 484 million (US$ 132 million) extension of the creek was finished, which now ends just south of the Metropolitan Hotel and projects on Shaikh Zayed Road. A final 2.2-kilometre extension, called the Dubai Water Canal was inaugurated 9 November 2016, crossing Shaikh Zayed Road in a northerly route, passing through Safa Park and then through Jumeirah 2. The channel is expected to continue through Jumeirah Beach Park where it will reach the shores of the Persian Gulf.[10] The extension is part of the Dubai's Business Bay development. Additionally, a new project consisting of seven islands known as Dubai Creek Harbour was proposed to be built on Dubai Creek. The centerpiece of this project would be the Dubai Creek Tower, which is set to become the tallest building in the world. Three additional bridges are being planned for Dubai Creek, which are the Seventh Crossing, the Al Shindagha Bridge, and the Fifth Bridge.[11][12]
The Dubai Festival City Mall on Dubai Creek opened in 2007. Mohammed Bin Rashid Library is being built in the Al Jaddaf area on the Creek. Dhows are constructed in this area too on the bankside. The Green Line of the Dubai Metro terminates at the Dubai Creek metro station. Close to this metro station is the Al Jaddaf Marine Station, operating ferries on the Creek, including across the Creek to the Dubai Festival City Mall.
The creek's initial inlet into mainland Dubai is along the Deira Corniche and Al Ras areas of eastern Dubai and along the Al Shindagha area of western Dubai. It then progresses south-eastward through the mainland, passing through Port Saeed and Dubai Creek Park. The creek's natural ending is at the Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary, 14 kilometres (8.7 mi) from its origin at the Persian Gulf. The traditional form of transport between the eastern and western sections of Dubai via the creek was through abras, which continue to operate in Dubai. In addition, the eastern and western sections are linked via four bridges (Al Maktoum Bridge, Al Garhoud Bridge, Business Bay Crossing, and Floating Bridge) and one tunnel (Al Shindagha Tunnel).
Including the most remarkable buildings alongside the Deira side of the Creek are the Deira Twin Towers, the old Dubai Creek Tower, Sheraton Dubai Creek, National Bank of Dubai, and Chamber of Commerce.[13] On the other side of Al Maktoum Bridge along Dubai Creek is Dubai Creek Park, one of the largest parks in Dubai.[14]
Dubai Creek is a saltwater creek located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE). It ends at Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary. Some sources say that the creek extended as far inland as Al Ain, and that the Ancient Greeks called it River Zara.
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An Upscale all suite four-star Hotel on the Dubai Creek Water Canal for the most discerning world travelers. The Carlton Dubai Creek Hotel features 126 all equipped kitchenette studios and suites, with an option of the walk-through bedroom panoramic skyline view balconies as well as the private rooftop pool, health club and a spacious Al Murjan all day dining Restaurant. Discover the local heritage, unveil the tastes of authentic cuisine and make yourself at home!
With Middle-eastern inspired architecture blended with modern hospitality, Carlton Dubai Creek Hotel features two types of rooms. A spacious all-equipped twin studio room with kitchenettes, and one bedroom suite with a choice of walk-through balcony that features stunning views of the creek and Al-Seef district as well as breathtaking views of Burj Khalifa.
Mezzanine floor of the Hotel is dedicated to a spacious all-day dining Al Murjan restaurant, which features traditional and international cuisine options and a live buffet counter throughout the day and warm-welcoming Deli Grind Caf is a signature card of the Carlton Hotels & Suites.
A unique experience is just a second away from the Carlton Dubai Creek Hotel. Hop on the wooden boat of Abra at the bus water taxi station to unfold the heritage of the old town of Al Seef and catch the sunset that lights the Creek before leaving to the Arabian Gulf. A step away from the main Lobby is the Baniyas metro station that can get you in just 15 minutes to the Dubai International Airport or to the vibing downtown and the iconic Burj Khalifa
Located in the heart of Dubai, just ten minutes from the airport, Dubai Creek has been named one of the World's Top 100 Must Play Golf Courses. It also has a 9-hole par 3 course, golf academy, six restaurants and bars, gymnasium, tropical swimming pool, a hotel and residential executive villas, and not to forget a 121-berth marina.
The second is an even bigger test with a huge expanse of water to the left of the fairway to catch any hooked tee shots. Water runs all the way up this 347-yard hole making the approach an additional challenge to this very attractive green. It is a stunning hole.
At 532 yards a tough par 5 tenth awaits with water all down the right and which pinches in from the right for the longer drivers and which provides a tough second shot for the mere mortals amongst us. The more you dare hug the right the easier the approach, as a safer left side brings more trees into play.
The 11th is a short par 4 at 351 yards and the 12th is an arrow straight par 4 SI 1 (418 yards) with a monstrously huge sandy wasteland all up the right, which keeps you focused on keeping it on the short grass.
The 14th is an attractive par 3 over water (which has an island in the middle with the Dubai Creek name printed on it in flowers - a nice touch) and the 15th is a 403-yard par 4 which has OOB down the left. The 16th is a nice par 3 at 158 yards with the creek as the backdrop which is situated right in the corner of the course.
The 17th is a short par 4 at 328 yards but all you can see is the water down the left. The water pinches into the fairway to add to the drama. There is a generous fairway waiting at 170 yards for a decent drive that does not pull/hook; then an approach to a sloping green which is the second defence on this hole.
This is my favourite course in Dubai. All the courses in Dubai are of a very high standard but the views from the Dubai Creek are unrivalled. Great use of water hazards, amazing views of the Dubai skyline over the creek and the clubhouse is just awe inspiring and that image alone soon became my new wallpaper on my phone.
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