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Built in 1934 by the
late Sheikh Rashid, Bait Al Wakeel was Dubai’s first office
building.
At the edge of the Creek near the abra landing, the building
has been completely restored and now houses a museum devoted
to Dubai’s fishing and maritime traditions.
Located at the edge of the Dubai Creek, near the abra landing
on Deira side, Bait Al Wakeel is a must visit attraction in
Dubai. Built in 1934 by the late Sheikh Rashid, Bait Al Wakeel
is a fine example of early 20th century architecture. First
of its kind in Dubai, it was first office building in the emirate
dedicated exclusively to administration. |
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Located at the edge
of the Dubai Creek, near the abra landing on Deira side, Bait
Al Wakeel is a must visit attraction in Dubai. Built in 1934
by the late Sheikh Rashid, Bait Al Wakeel is a fine example
of early 20th century architecture. First of its kind in Dubai,
it was first office building in the emirate dedicated exclusively
to administration.
Bayt Al-Wakeel was the first office building in Dubai, it was
built as a shipping office for Gray Mackenzie in 1935. When
it was built, Bayt Al-Wakeel had the largest living space at
the time, which was occupied by the manager of the office and
his family. The building has been restored and now houses a
maritime museum dedicated to the fishing and sailing traditions
of the Emirate. It is also home to a restaurant, Turathi, which
specializes in seafood, Arabic and Emarati dishes.
Located at the edge of Dubai Creek, near the abra landing, the
Bayt Al-Wakeel is an example of early 20th C architecture in
Dubai. Bayt Al-Wakeel was the first location for Dubai imports
and exports as ships carrying cargo and passengers docked at
this port of call. |
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